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7 Ways of Looking at the Memento Mori, Art History’s Spookiest—and Most Misunderstood—Genre | Artnet News

From skull emojis to Damien Hirst, memento mori symbolism is everywhere. Here is a guide to help you navigate its art historical roots.

Artnet