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Glass Frame : Detail of an ornate architrave, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City
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Detail of an ornate architrave, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City
Detail of an ornate architrave, Lateran Museum, Rome. Today in Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums, Vatican City Rome Lateranense Museum Low Relief, Basrelief Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:I sec. ca
Brogi
BGA-F-008374-0000
Media ID 33163278
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Animal Brier Fruit Gargoyle Garlandroman Art Grotesque Mask Leaf Lion Vase Wing Wreath Abstract Concept And Symbol Type Of Representation Vegetal Element Or Composition
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
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 print captures a mesmerizing detail of an ornate architrave, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient Roman art. Originally housed in the Lateran Museum in Rome, this remarkable piece now finds its place in the Gregoriano Profano Museum within the Vatican Museums complex in Vatican City. Dating back to approximately the 1st century AD, this low relief bas-relief artwork is a testament to Europe's rich ancient civilization. The photograph itself was taken around 1890 by Brogi, adding another layer of historical significance to this already intriguing piece. The architrave boasts an array of intricate elements that evoke both awe and curiosity. Among them are allegorical representations, abstract concepts and symbols that invite interpretation. A prominent feature is a lion, symbolizing strength and power. Alongside it stands a grotesque mask or gargoyle, perhaps serving as a protective element for the building it adorns. Fruit and vegetation motifs intertwine with delicate leaves and vegetal compositions throughout the architrave. A brier adds texture while vases and objects add depth to this visually stunning composition. Wings emerge gracefully from various sections, evoking notions of freedom or celestial beings. Completing this masterpiece are wreaths and garlands meticulously placed along its length – testaments to Roman architectural decoration at its finest. Through this photograph print from Alinari's collection, viewers can immerse themselves in the beauty of Roman artistry while contemplating Europe's ancient past. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, these masterpieces continue to captivate our imagination with their timeless allure.
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