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Antique Framed Print : Detail of Saint John the Evangelist on Patmos. Central panel
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Detail of Saint John the Evangelist on Patmos. Central panel
Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473-1531). German painter. Saint John Altarpiece, 1518. Detail of Saint John the Evangelist on Patmos, central panel. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany
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1518 Altarpiece Alte Apostle Burgkmair Catholicism Christianism Elder Evangelist Hans Munich Mystery Panel Patmos Pinakothek Revelation
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 24.6cm 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
This exquisite detail from Hans Burgkmair the Elder's Saint John Altarpiece, created in 1518, showcases the venerable figure of Saint John the Evangelist on Patmos. The central panel of this masterpiece, now housed in Munich's Alte Pinakothek, transports us back to the ancient world, inviting contemplation and reflection. Saint John, an apostle of Jesus Christ, is depicted in the midst of a serene and otherworldly landscape, with a book and a bird perched on a rock at his side. The book, believed to be the Book of Revelation, is a symbol of his role as the author of the last book of the New Testament. The bird, traditionally interpreted as the eagle, represents the evangelist's divine inspiration and his role as a seer. Burgkmair masterfully captures the essence of the mystical and enigmatic nature of Saint John's experience on Patmos, an island in the Aegean Sea where the saint is said to have received his divine revelation. The artist's use of light and shadow, as well as his attention to detail, bring the figure to life, making it a captivating and enduring work of art. This image is a testament to the rich artistic and religious heritage of Europe during the 16th century, and a reminder of the enduring power of art to transport us to another time and place. The Saint John Altarpiece is a treasure of the Alte Pinakothek and a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, religion, or the human spirit.
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