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Antique Framed Print : The Virgin of the Navigators, 1536
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The Virgin of the Navigators, 1536
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Media ID 15197512
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18"x18" (46x46cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x18 inches (46x46cm). 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 27.9cm x 29.4cm (11" x 11.6")
Estimated Product Size is 46.5cm x 46.5cm (18.3" x 18.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases "The Virgin of the Navigators" a remarkable painting created in 1536. This masterpiece, painted by an unknown artist, beautifully captures the essence of religious devotion and exploration during the Age of Discovery. In this image, we are transported to a time when seafaring voyages were filled with uncertainty and danger. The central figure is none other than the Virgin Mary herself, depicted as the protector and guide for sailors embarking on treacherous journeys across uncharted waters. She stands atop a globe, symbolizing her universal presence and influence. Surrounding her are various figures representing different aspects of navigation: explorers, cartographers, navigators, and even indigenous people from newly discovered lands. They all look up to her with reverence and hope for safe passage through their perilous expeditions. The vibrant colors used in this painting bring life to every detail - from the intricate patterns on Mary's robe to the meticulously crafted ships sailing towards distant horizons. The artist's skillful brushwork creates a sense of movement that draws us into this sacred scene. "The Virgin of the Navigators" serves as a powerful reminder of faith's role in times of uncertainty. It celebrates humanity's relentless spirit of exploration while acknowledging our need for divine protection along our journeys. As we gaze upon this print today, we can't help but be inspired by its timeless message – that even amidst turbulent seas or uncharted territories, there is always solace to be found in
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