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Antique Framed Print : Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c. 1560. Artist: Bruegel (Brueghel), Pieter, the Elder (ca 1525-1569)
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Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c. 1560. Artist: Bruegel (Brueghel), Pieter, the Elder (ca 1525-1569)
Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c. 1560. Found in the collection of the Musees royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels
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Bruegel Brueghel Early Netherlandish Art Fresh Start Hope Icarus Land Pieter Plough Ploughing Ploughland The Elder Ca 1525 1569 Greek Mythology
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 24.8cm (14.6" x 9.8")
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 print showcases Pieter Bruegel the Elder's masterpiece, "Landscape with the Fall of Icarus" created around 1560. The artwork can be found in the esteemed collection of Musees royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique in Brussels. In this painting, Bruegel skillfully combines elements of farming and Greek mythology to create a thought-provoking allegory. Amidst a serene landscape, we witness a ship sailing calmly on the sea while farmers diligently plough their fields nearby. This juxtaposition symbolizes both hope and despair - as life continues its course despite tragic events. The focal point is Icarus, who plunges into the water after flying too close to the sun with his wax wings. However, what makes this piece truly remarkable is how subtly Bruegel portrays this event; Icarus' fall goes unnoticed by those around him absorbed in their daily tasks. Through his meticulous attention to detail and mastery of light and shadow, Bruegel invites us to reflect on our own lives. Are we like those oblivious figures caught up in our routines? Or are we willing to pause and appreciate moments that may seem insignificant but hold profound meaning? This fine art image captures not only Bruegel's artistic brilliance but also offers an opportunity for introspection – reminding us that even amidst tragedy and loss, there is always room for fresh starts and new beginnings within ourselves and our surroundings.
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