Framed Print : Fable of Cupid and Death, Dirk Stoop, John Ogilby, 1665
Framed Photos from Liszt Collection
Fable of Cupid and Death, Dirk Stoop, John Ogilby, 1665
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12738927
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1665 Aesop Amor Eros Arrows Circle Cupid Dancing Dead Death Dirk Stoop Drop Fable Fables Form Grave Group Dancing John Ogilby People Shoot Skeleton Weapons Young Merrily
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the exquisite 'Fable of Cupid and Death' Framed Print from the Media Storehouse's Liszt Collection. This stunning art piece, created by Dirk Stoop and published by John Ogilby in 1665, tells a captivating tale of love and mortality. The intricate details of the engraving bring the fable to life, with Cupid and Death engaged in a playful yet profound dance. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the beauty and richness of the original artwork. Add this timeless masterpiece to your home or office to inspire reflection and delight.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.1cm x 24.4cm (7.5" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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
In this and thought-provoking print titled "Fable of Cupid and Death" we are transported back to the year 1665, where artist Dirk Stoop and writer John Ogilby bring to life a mesmerizing tale. The image depicts an enchanting scene filled with symbolism and allegory. At the center, we see the mischievous figure of Cupid, known as Amor Eros in Greek mythology, surrounded by a group of dancers joyfully swaying to music. However, what catches our attention is the unexpected twist: Cupid has swapped his usual arrows of love for weapons of death. As if guided by some dark force, Cupid takes aim at old people who continue dancing merrily in a circle around him. With each shot from his deadly bow, they drop dead instantly while their youthful counterparts remain unharmed. This haunting illustration serves as a reminder that even love can be indiscriminate in its consequences. It challenges us to reflect on the fleeting nature of life and how it can be abruptly cut short regardless of age or circumstance. "Fable of Cupid and Death" draws inspiration from Aesop's fables but adds its own unique interpretation through Stoop's masterful artistry and Ogilby's evocative storytelling. This print invites us into a world where mortality dances hand-in-hand with desire – an eternal struggle captured within this timeless work by Quint Lox from Liszt Collection.
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