Antique Framed Print : Victor Balaguer (1824-1901). Spanish politician and writer
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Victor Balaguer (1824-1901). Spanish politician and writer
Victor Balaguer (1824-1901). Spanish politician and writer. Bust (1910) by Manuel Fuxa (1850-1927) at Ciutadella Park. Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain
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Balaguer Bearded Bust Capital Catalan Catalonia Chapiter Ciutadella Cloak Freemason Freemasonry Ionic Leal Liberal Manuel Moustache Movement Order Patriot Patriotism Politic Polity Renaixenca Romantic Romanticism Ciudadela
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 19cm x 24.4cm (7.5" 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
Victor Balaguer (1824-1901): A Prominent Figure in Spanish Politics and Literature This bust of Victor Balaguer, created by the renowned Catalan sculptor Manuel Fuxa in 1910, stands proudly in Ciutadella Park, Barcelona, Spain. Balaguer, born in 1824, was a Spanish politician and writer, who played a significant role in the political landscape of Spain during the 19th century. Balaguer's facial features, as depicted in this sculpture, reveal a man of great intellect and wisdom. His thick beard and moustache, which were common among men of the time, frame his distinguished face. Balaguer's age is evident in the lines on his forehead and around his eyes, which add to the authenticity of the sculpture. Balaguer was a liberal politician who advocated for the interests of Catalonia and the Catalan language during the Renaixenca movement. He was also a Freemason, and the column and chapiter in the background of the bust are reminiscent of the symbols of Freemasonry. Balaguer's political career was marked by his commitment to patriotism and his dedication to the capital city of Spain. He was a prolific writer, and his literary works reflected the romanticism of the era. This bust, therefore, is not only a testament to Balaguer's political legacy but also to his contributions to Spanish literature. The Ionic order of the column and the intricate details of the bust are a nod to the classical art influence of the time. The bust, which is a contemporary work of art from the early 20th century, is a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Spain.
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