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Antique Framed Print : Capital Punishment Pain Death Todesstrafe La peine de mort
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Capital Punishment Pain Death Todesstrafe La peine de mort
Capital Punishment: The Pain of Death (Todesstrafe: La peine de mort), c. 1880. Felicien Rops (Belgian, 1833-1898). Softground etching; sheet: 47.7 x 32.4 cm (18 3/4 x 12 3/4 in.); platemark: 36.5 x 26.5 cm (14 3/8 x 10 7/16 in.)
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Media ID 18460081
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1833 1898 1880 Belgian Death Fe Licien Rops Félicien Rops Pain Softground Etching Capital Punishment
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.4cm x 24.4cm (6.9" 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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The print titled "Capital Punishment: The Pain of Death (Todesstrafe: La peine de mort)" captures the profound emotions surrounding the controversial practice. Created by Belgian artist Felicien Rops in 1880, this softground etching delves into the depths of human suffering and raises questions about justice and morality. Rops skillfully portrays the anguish and torment experienced by those facing capital punishment. The composition is hauntingly powerful, with dark shadows enveloping a figure bound to a stake. Their contorted body reflects both physical pain and emotional turmoil, evoking empathy from viewers who confront the harsh reality of state-sanctioned death. Through his masterful technique, Rops invites us to contemplate our own stance on capital punishment. He challenges us to consider whether such acts truly serve justice or perpetuate a cycle of violence. This thought-provoking artwork forces us to confront uncomfortable truths about society's response to crime and retribution. As we gaze upon this significant piece from Félicien Rops' oeuvre, we are reminded that art has always been an instrument for social commentary. It prompts conversations that transcend time and place, urging us to reflect on our shared humanity. This print serves as a poignant reminder that behind every statistic or legal debate lies real people whose lives hang in the balance. It urges us not only to question but also actively engage in shaping a more compassionate world where alternatives to capital punishment are sought out and embraced.
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