Excellent Print arrived - High Quality - Very professional - Correspondence with Carol was helpful & informative. Would highly recommend Realworldart. - Liam McD., Glasgow
Gothic art prints - professionally printed and available up to 30in x 20in.
Historic ecclesiastical carving brings a distinctive and thought-provoking presence to interiors, particularly in studies, libraries, or spaces with a darker, heritage-inspired style. The detailed textures and muted tones suit traditional or gothic-inspired décor, offering a conversation piece for those drawn to history and symbolism.
Within St Martin’s Church in Burton Agnes, the table tomb of Sir Walter Griffith, who died in 1487, features a striking and unusual arrangement of carved skulls and bones. These macabre details reflect late medieval attitudes toward mortality, serving as a visual reminder of the inevitability of death. Such imagery was not uncommon in church monuments of the period, where the concept of memento mori encouraged reflection on life, faith, and the passage of time. The craftsmanship and symbolism offer a tangible link to the beliefs and artistic traditions of the late 15th century.
In this image, the carved skulls are shown in close detail, their worn surfaces and layered forms creating a dense, textured composition. Subtle variations in tone highlight the age and weathering of the stone, while the tight framing removes surrounding context to focus entirely on the intricate carving. The natural light enhances the depth and shadow between each element, reflecting the character of the original artwork.
Bring stunning photography into your space with this high-quality art print, designed for exceptional detail and longevity. Printed on Premium Lustre Photographic - a semi-matt finish with a subtle, speckled sheen that minimizes glare, making it ideal for bright rooms or spaces with direct lighting. Its subtle texture adds depth, while supporting deeper colour saturation than standard matte photo prints.
Each carved skulls and bones art print includes a 1/4-inch white border by default, providing a refined, ready-to-frame presentation. Need a custom border size or colour? I offer tailored options upon request to match your specific framing or display preferences.
Carved Skulls and Bones gothic wall art prints are printed to order and usually shipped within 1-2 business days. Please allow a further 2-3 days from the despatch date to receive your item (not including weekends or bank holidays).
Prices shown are inclusive of delivery to Mainland UK. Shipping to other available areas calculated at checkout.
Please check out the Delivery & Returns and Free Shipping pages for futher information.What customers say about Real World Art
The attention to detail is above expectations. I'm thrilled with what Carol has done, I will be purchasing again. Thank you
I'm absolutely made up with the print I received from Real World Art. I went for the Koi Carp image - It's very evocative and they've totally captured the serenity you feel watching Koi. You can almost hear the babbling water! What's more, it's a top quality print, pin-sharp and looks great framed up. Couldn't recommend them any higher.. lovely to deal with.. thank you.
Loved this image of our wedding day and was appropriate for our anniversary too...
Very prompt service, good communication, arrived when promised, lovely item! Would definitely use in the future!
Wonderful card that was delivered quickly and exceptional service. Will definitely buy more in the future.
Today I had the pleasure of picking up a framed and mounted print of 'Dandelion Clock' its absolutely stunning. The clarity is just crazy!! Now to decide where to put it!! Really beautiful work.
