Antique Framed Print : Bacchus. Engraving by G. Dore. Colored
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Bacchus. Engraving by G. Dore. Colored
Bacchus. Engraving by Gustave Dore. 19th century. Colored
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Media ID 14329393
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Bacchus Demon Dionysus Dore Grapevine Gustave Harvest Instrument Mythological Mythology Wine Bacchanalia Musical Myth
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 24.7cm x 37.1cm (9.7" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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
Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, fertility, and revelry, is depicted in this stunning 19th century engraving by the renowned artist Gustave Dore. The image, richly colored and intricately detailed, captures the essence of Bacchus and the Bacchanalia, the wild and ecstatic festivities in his honor. Bacchus is shown in the center of the print, dressed in the traditional ivy crown and holding a cup filled with wine. He is surrounded by a lively group of revellers, all lost in the moment as they dance and play their musical instruments. The scene is filled with the symbols of Bacchus' domain - grapevines, grapes, and the occasional animal, such as a panther or a goat, which were believed to be sacred to the god. The engraving, a testament to the artistic prowess of Gustave Dore, masterfully captures the contemporary interpretation of the mythological figure. Bacchus, with his mischievous grin and the wild energy of the scene, invites us to join in the festivities and lose ourselves in the moment. The image is a reminder of the historical significance of Bacchus and the Bacchanalia in ancient mythology and the enduring power of art to bring myths to life. This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving is a must-have for any collection of mythological art or for those interested in the history of art and mythology. It is a reminder of the power of art to transport us to another time and place, to immerse us in the stories and myths that have shaped human culture for centuries.
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