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Fictile vases in the British Museum
Fictile vases in the British Museum. Vases in red clay with black designs, showing decorative patterns, warrior on biga two-horse chariot, and fighting warriors. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Henry Moses from A Collection of Antique Vases, Altars, etc. London, 1814
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Altars Antique Biga Chariot Clay Etruscan Fight Lance Moses Shield Two Horse Vase Vases Warrior Fictile Myth
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the exquisite Fictile vases from the British Museum. These intricately designed vases, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase red clay vessels adorned with bold black patterns. Witness the intriguing depictions of mythological scenes, including a warrior riding in a biga, or two-horse chariot, and fierce combat between warriors. Bring the rich history and artistry of ancient civilizations into your home or office with these stunning, rights-managed prints. Order yours today and let the stories of these magnificent vessels come to life in your space.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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Fictile Vases in the British Museum: A Glimpse into Ancient Greek, Roman, and Etruscan Mythology This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Henry Moses in 1814, offers a glimpse into the rich and intriguing world of ancient art housed in the British Museum. The image showcases an exquisite collection of fictile vases, with their red clay bodies adorned with intricate black designs. The vases depict various mythological scenes, including a warrior riding in a biga, a two-horse chariot, while another warrior engages in a fierce battle, brandishing a lance and shield. The detailed engraving captures the intensity of the fight, with the warriors locked in a struggle, their muscles tensed and their expressions filled with determination. The Greek, Roman, and Etruscan civilizations are renowned for their mastery of pottery, and these vases are a testament to their artistic prowess. The black designs on the red clay vases are reminiscent of the intricate patterns found on ancient ceramics, which often told stories of gods and heroes. The biga chariot scene may represent the myth of Achilles and Patroclus, with Achilles riding in his chariot to battle, while the fighting warriors could be depictions of various mythological figures engaged in epic battles. The vases in this engraving serve as a reminder of the rich mythological traditions that shaped ancient cultures. This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving by Henry Moses is a beautiful representation of the ancient art housed in the British Museum, offering a glimpse into the mythological worlds of the Greeks, Romans, and Etruscans.
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