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Antique Framed Print : Entrance and Interior of a Cave used as a Warehouse for Salt in Dieppedalle, c. 1798
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Entrance and Interior of a Cave used as a Warehouse for Salt in Dieppedalle, c. 1798
XIR231708 Entrance and Interior of a Cave used as a Warehouse for Salt in Dieppedalle, c.1798 (oil on canvas) by Houel, Jean-Pierre (1735-1813); 65x97.1 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen, France; (add.info.: Vue de l entree et de l interieur d une cave taillee dans le roc servant d entrepot de sels a Dieppedalle pres de Rouen; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12766817
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Cutting Depot Entree Interieur Storage
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.4cm (14.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the entrance and interior of a cave that served as a unique warehouse for salt in Dieppedalle, France, around 1798. Painted by Jean-Pierre Houel, this oil on canvas artwork measures 65x97.1 cm and is currently housed at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Rouen. The scene depicts a remarkable view of the cave's entrance carved into solid rock, leading to an expansive interior space used for storing salt. The artist skillfully portrays the intricate details of the rocky walls and ceiling, showcasing the craftsmanship involved in creating such a functional space within nature. The play of light and shadow adds depth to this composition, highlighting various nooks and crannies where salt was stored. The painting invites viewers to imagine themselves stepping into this cavernous warehouse filled with barrels or sacks of precious salt. Houel's work not only serves as a visual documentation of an important historical site but also celebrates human ingenuity in utilizing natural resources for practical purposes. This artwork offers us a glimpse into how people adapted their surroundings to meet their needs during that era. As we admire this stunning piece from Fine Art Finder, let us appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and its significance in capturing an intriguing moment in history when caves were transformed into unconventional storage spaces.
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