Some of those who liked the design were nevertheless superstitious about having a witchboard in their home, and at their behest I now offer this similar design.
To make this piece unique, significant changed have been made, most notably the addition of a skull and cross-bones featured at the hourglass' bottom, where the sands have run out.
This piece receives its name from Latin, and is interpreted as 'Remember Mortality.' There is an artistic tradition of using this terms, along with iconic images such as skulls and timepieces, to remind the viewer that this life is temporary. Often the message is 'live while you can.'
Another term come to us from this same tradition, 'Tempus Fugit,' which translates as 'Time Flies.' It also is a reminder that our lives are fleeting.
This piece, although admittedly morbid, serves the greater purpose of reminding the viewer that every moment counts.
Chas Bogan
