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Antique Framed Print : Susannah and the Elders - Artemisia Gentileschi (Attributed to)
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Susannah and the Elders - Artemisia Gentileschi (Attributed to)
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Media ID 1812837
17th Century Female Figure Mythology Nude Oil Painting Artemisia Gentileschi Caught Cloth Cover Drape Elders Embarrass Laughing Leering Susannah
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 18.1cm x 24.4cm (7.1" 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.
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 17th century, where Artemisia Gentileschi's masterpiece "Susannah and the Elders" comes to life. The scene unfolds with Susannah, a beautiful and confident woman draped in a delicate cloth, caught in an unexpected moment of vulnerability. As she innocently bathes under the warm sunlight, her body is exposed for all to see. Amidst the lush greenery of a secluded garden, two elderly men leer at Susannah from behind a tree trunk. Their lecherous gazes betray their intentions as they watch her with amusement. However, rather than succumbing to embarrassment or fear, Susannah surprises us by laughing coyly at their audacity. Gentileschi skillfully captures this mythological tale through her masterful use of oil painting techniques. The play of light and shadow on Susannah's figure adds depth and realism to the composition while emphasizing her natural beauty. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder that even in moments when our privacy is invaded or our bodies objectified, we have agency over our own reactions. Through laughter and confidence, Susannah challenges societal norms and reclaims control over her own narrative. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece attributed to Artemisia Gentileschi within Nottingham City Photos' collection, let us appreciate not only its artistic brilliance but also its ability to provoke thought about gender dynamics throughout history.
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