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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
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring the timeless beauty of ancient art into your home with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring "Fictile Vases in the British Museum" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. These stunning prints showcase intricately designed red clay vases with captivating black patterns. Witness the warrior on a two-horse chariot and the intense battle scenes between warriors, all straight from the hallowed halls of the British Museum. Elevate your decor with a piece of history that tells a story, framed and ready to hang.
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.6cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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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