Commissioned by Embalmers Supply Co. in Connecticut, USA, this wine label is a bold fusion of macabre heritage and traditional craftsmanship. Drawing heavily on Victorian-era medical illustration and classic apothecary design, the label presents an embalming scene rendered with ornate scrollwork, skull iconography, and warm, aged tones that evoke permanence, ritual, and respect for time-honored trades. The juxtaposition of embalming instruments with grape clusters and wine bottles cleverly parallels preservation of the body with the careful aging of wine, reinforcing themes of longevity and craft. Set beneath the commanding title Merlot and framed like a traditional English pub sign, the design is intentionally provocative yet refined—an unmistakable statement piece that reflects Embalmers Supply Co.’s identity while transforming a bottle of wine into a conversation-worthy work of art.