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Antique Framed Print : Gainsborough - John Joseph Merlin J910540
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Gainsborough - John Joseph Merlin J910540
KENWOOD HOUSE, THE IVEAGH BEQUEST, London. " John Joseph Merlin " 1781 by GAINSBOROUGH Thomas (1727-88)
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Media ID 560683
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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 20.2cm x 24.4cm (8" 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 stunning portrait, titled "John Joseph Merlin," was painted by the renowned Georgian artist Thomas Gainsborough in 1781. The subject of the painting is John Joseph Merlin, a French-born scientist, inventor, and antiquarian who lived and worked in England during the late 18th century. Merlin is depicted in the portrait wearing a red robe, which adds a pop of color against the muted background, enhancing his presence in the painting. The portrait is part of the Iveagh Bequest, a collection of over 2,000 works of art that were bequeathed to the National Gallery in London by the 2nd Earl of Iveagh in 1904. The collection is now housed at Kenwood House in Hampstead, London, and is open to the public. Gainsborough was a leading figure of the English School of painting, known for his portraits and landscapes. His works are characterized by their naturalism, sensitivity to light, and attention to detail. In this portrait, Gainsborough expertly captures Merlin's likeness and personality, making it a valuable addition to the Iveagh Bequest and a testament to the artist's skill. The portrait is just one of many treasures housed at Kenwood House, which also includes works by other famous artists such as Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Reynolds. A visit to the house offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the beauty and richness of Georgian art and culture.
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