Canvas Club Podcast

The black death was a big concept in art. It is therefore surprising that the first recorded outbreak of a contagious disease didn't have the same influence in the art world. Here we will explore the epidemic and its possible artistic representations.

Let's have a quick look at the uncertainty that knowing who painted the first Triumph of Death brings in this short bonus episode.

After looking at Bruegel's work, let's dive into two popular art concepts during the black death period. The Triumph of Death, and the Danse Macabre.

The plague is a major historical topic that has been looked at from demographics, economics, political, and arts perspectives. In this episode, we focus on one of the best known artworks depicting the plague, The Triumph of Death by Pieter Bruegel The...

Before we jump into the main theme, let's explain the basics of this podcast, and please enjoy a little description about myself.