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Antique Framed Print : Key to the Temple of Sibyl, 1801 (gilded brass & steel)
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Key to the Temple of Sibyl, 1801 (gilded brass & steel)
CZA229121 Key to the Temple of Sibyl, 1801 (gilded brass & steel) by Polish School, (19th century); length: 32 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow, Poland; Polish, out of copyright
Media ID 22361834
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Acorn Caducee Caduceus Eagle Empire Style Entwined Helix Mystic Oracle Ornament Priestess Prophet Prophetess Serpents Sibyls Serpent Snakes
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the "Key to the Temple of Sibyl" created in 1801 by an anonymous Polish artist from the 19th century. Crafted with gilded brass and steel, this intricate piece measures 32 cm in length and is currently housed at the Czartoryski Museum in Cracow, Poland. The key itself is adorned with a mesmerizing array of symbols and motifs that evoke a sense of mysticism and ancient Greek mythology. Two entwined serpents, representing wisdom and rebirth, wind their way around an ornamental helix. Delicate wings extend from either side, symbolizing freedom or divine intervention. An inscription on the key adds to its enigmatic allure while an eagle perched atop signifies power and empire. The presence of acorns suggests fertility or abundance while further emphasizing nature's connection to spirituality. This exquisite artifact is believed to have been used by priestesses known as sibyls who served as oracles or prophetesses in ancient Greece. Their prophetic abilities were often associated with snakes, hence their depiction on this symbolic key. With its impeccable craftsmanship and rich symbolism, this Key to the Temple of Sibyl transports viewers into a world where myth intertwines with reality. It serves as a reminder of humanity's eternal fascination with unlocking secrets hidden within ancient temples and seeking guidance from mystical forces beyond our comprehension.
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