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Framed Print : Four Humors with their animals
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Four Humors with their animals
The Four Humors with their representative animals. Choleric, with lion: Sanguine, with ape: Phlegmatic, with sheep: Melancholic, with pig. Woodcut from an early 16th century edition of the " Shepheards Kalendar". Hippocrates of Cos (active c400 BC) thought behavior and temperament were due to balance, or imbalance, of the four humors in the body
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Media ID 9714099
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16th Century Allegorical Painting Ancient Greece Four Animals Four People Headdress Healthcare And Medicine Illustration Technique Lion Looking Away Sanguine Sheep Star Shape Woodcut Choleric Hippocrates Melancholic Phlegmatic
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring the intriguing world of ancient medical theory to your home or office with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the Four Humors and their representative animals from Universal Images Group (UIG). Each print showcases the Four Humors - Choleric with its fierce lion, Sanguine with its energetic ape, Phlegmatic with its tranquil sheep, and Melancholic with its thoughtful pig. These captivating prints not only add a touch of history and intrigue to your space, but also make for fascinating conversation starters. Order yours today and embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of human understanding.
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 19.6cm (9.6" x 7.7")
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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This woodcut print from an early 16th century edition of the "Shepheards Kalendar" depicts the Four Humors with their representative animals, offering a glimpse into ancient beliefs about behavior and temperament. Hippocrates of Cos, an influential figure in ancient Greece around 400 BC, theorized that one's disposition was determined by the balance or imbalance of these four humors within the body. In this full-length illustration, we see four individuals embodying each humor alongside their corresponding animal companions. The choleric humor is represented by a man standing tall with a lion at his side, symbolizing power and dominance. The sanguine humor is depicted through another man accompanied by an ape, reflecting liveliness and sociability. Next to them stands a phlegmatic individual holding onto a sheep, representing calmness and tranquility. Lastly, we witness a melancholic figure accompanied by a pig—a creature often associated with sadness and introspection. The artist skillfully captures the essence of these temperaments through intricate details such as headdresses and allegorical painting techniques. This horizontal composition allows us to observe all four people looking away in contemplation while surrounded by nature's beauty. As we admire this historical artwork steeped in symbolism and cultural significance, it serves as a reminder of how our understanding of healthcare and medicine has evolved over time.
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