Antique Framed Print : Jean Genet / Stanimirovitc
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Jean Genet / Stanimirovitc
JEAN GENET French writer who defied bourgeois morality; he began writing in prison
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Media ID 4380915
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1986 Began Bourgeois Chain Cigarette Defied Genet Lighting Morality Prison Cuff Link
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 19.9cm x 24.4cm (7.8" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, renowned French writer Jean Genet (1910-1986) is captured in deep concentration as he smokes a cigarette, the smoke curling up towards the ceiling. Genet, who defied bourgeois morality throughout his life, is shown in the confines of a prison cell, the cold, austere surroundings a stark contrast to the fiery imagination that fueled his groundbreaking works. The year was 1986, and Genet, clad in a simple white shirt and trousers, is seen with a chain around his neck and a cuff link in one hand. The chain, a constant reminder of his past, served as a source of inspiration for his writing, which often explored themes of transgression, rebellion, and the outcast. Genet began writing in prison, and this image captures the intensity and focus that defined his literary career. The dim lighting casts an otherworldly glow on his profile, adding to the sense of mystery and intrigue that surrounded the writer. The photograph is a testament to Genet's unwavering commitment to his art, even in the most challenging of circumstances. Genet's works, which include plays, novels, and essays, challenged societal norms and pushed the boundaries of literary expression. His defiance of bourgeois morality and exploration of taboo subjects made him a controversial figure, but his influence on literature and culture remains significant to this day. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a literary icon, a man who refused to conform to the expectations of society and instead chose to explore the darker, more complex aspects of the human condition. It is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of art and the resilience of the human spirit.
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