Antique Framed Print : Vertumnus, Pomona and a Greek river god
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Vertumnus, Pomona and a Greek river god
Vertumnus, Pomona and a Greek river god.. Handcolored copperplate engraving engraved by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf after illustrations by Leonard Defraine from Mythology in Prints, or Figures of Fabled Gods, Blanchard, Paris, c.1820
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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 24.2cm (14.6" x 9.5")
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 handcolored copperplate engraving, titled "Vertumnus and Pomona with a Greek River God," is a stunning representation of the classical mythological tale of the god of seasons and weather, Vertumnus, and the goddess of fruit trees and gardens, Pomona. The image, engraved by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf after illustrations by Leonard Defraine, is taken from the collection "Mythology in Prints, or Figures of Fabled Gods," published by Blanchard in Paris around 1820. In the print, Vertumnus, depicted as an older man with a flowing beard and wearing a toga, is shown disguised as an old farmer, attempting to win the heart of Pomona. The goddess, portrayed as a young woman with abundant fruit in her hands, is initially reluctant to give in to his advances. However, Vertumnus, using his powers, transforms himself into various forms, including a tree, a snake, and a shepherd, in an attempt to persuade Pomona to grant him a kiss. Eventually, she relents, and they are shown sharing a tender moment. The Greek river god, represented by a muscular figure with a flowing beard and holding a trident, adds an intriguing element to the scene. The presence of the river god may symbolize the connection between the changing seasons and the flow of water, which is essential for the growth of fruit trees and gardens. The intricate handcoloring adds depth and vibrancy to the print, making it a beautiful and captivating work of art that transports us back to the world of classical mythology.
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