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Antique Framed Print : Actor Mask. Ostia Antica. Italy
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Actor Mask. Ostia Antica. Italy
Ostia Antica. Harbour city of ancient Rome. Theatrical mask. Italy. Europe
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Media ID 14315492
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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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.7cm (14.6" x 9.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the haunting beauty of Ostia Antica, the ancient harbor city of Rome, Italy. The photograph focuses on a theatrical mask carved into the stone of an archaeological site, serving as a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of this once-thriving imperial port. Ostia Antica, located in the Italian region of Latium, was the commercial and administrative center of the Roman Empire. Established in the 7th century BC, the city flourished for over a thousand years, with its prime location on the Tyrrhenian Sea enabling the Romans to control the Mediterranean trade routes. The mask, with its expressive features and intricate details, is a testament to the importance of theater and the arts in ancient Roman society. The mask, likely part of a funerary niche or monument, would have once held the remains of an actor or someone deeply connected to the theatrical world. The weathered, timeworn appearance of the mask and the surrounding ruins speaks to the passage of centuries and the enduring allure of this ancient city. The mask's serene expression, set against the backdrop of the crumbling buildings and the vast, open sky, evokes a sense of melancholic beauty and the transient nature of human existence. This image offers a glimpse into the history and culture of ancient Rome, showcasing the intersection of art, religion, and the imperial era. The mask, with its timeless allure, serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and the captivating history of Ostia Antica.
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