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Antique Framed Print : SPITZWEG: POOR POET, 1839. The Poor Poet, by Carl Spitzweg. Oil on canvas, 1839
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SPITZWEG: POOR POET, 1839. The Poor Poet, by Carl Spitzweg. Oil on canvas, 1839
SPITZWEG: POOR POET, 1839.
The Poor Poet, by Carl Spitzweg. Oil on canvas, 1839
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Media ID 6251017
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 24.4cm x 19.4cm (9.6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 19th century to witness a poignant scene depicted by German artist Carl Spitzweg. Titled "The Poor Poet" this oil on canvas masterpiece from 1839 captures the essence of poverty and artistic struggle. The painting showcases a modest room with minimal furnishings, where a disheveled poet finds solace in his craft. Dressed in worn-out clothes, he sits hunched over a desk cluttered with papers and quills, fully immersed in his writing. The dimly lit space further emphasizes the somber atmosphere surrounding him. Spitzweg's attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke conveys the hardships faced by creative souls during that era. The artist skillfully portrays not only physical destitution but also the emotional weight carried by those pursuing their artistic passions against all odds. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by artists throughout history and their unwavering dedication despite societal constraints. It invites us to reflect on our own pursuit of dreams and reminds us that creativity knows no boundaries or social status. "The Poor Poet" continues to resonate today as it did when it was first created, serving as an enduring symbol of resilience and determination for artists worldwide.
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