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Antique Framed Print : MANTICORE, 1607. Woodcut from Edward Topsells The History of Four-Footed Beasts
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MANTICORE, 1607. Woodcut from Edward Topsells The History of Four-Footed Beasts
MANTICORE, 1607.
Woodcut from Edward Topsells The History of Four-Footed Beasts, London, England, 1607
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Media ID 12323238
1607 Beast Edward Head Illustrated Lion Tail Ugly Weird Topsell
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 22.1cm (14.6" x 8.7")
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.
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This woodcut print titled "MANTICORE, 1607" is a fascinating piece of art from Edward Topsell's renowned book, The History of Four-Footed Beasts. Created in London, England in the year 1607, this illustration showcases the vivid imagination and curiosity of early English naturalists. The Manticore depicted here is an intriguing creature with a lion's body and a peculiar twist - it possesses a human-like head! Its menacing expression and sharp teeth give it an air of mystery and danger. The artist skillfully captures every intricate detail, making the beast come alive on paper. Looking at this woodcut print takes us back to a time when fantastical creatures were believed to roam the Earth. It reminds us of how our ancestors tried to make sense of the world around them through myths and legends. The Manticore represents one such mythical being that both fascinated and terrified people during those times. Despite its ugliness or weirdness by modern standards, this artwork serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with the unknown. It sparks our imagination and invites us to ponder what other strange creatures might have existed in ancient times. Whether displayed in an art gallery or adorning your personal space, this historical woodcut print is sure to captivate viewers with its unique blend of fantasy and reality.
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