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Greetings Card : The Witches Kitchen - Frans Francken, the Younger (1581-1642). Oil on wood, c. 1610
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The Witches Kitchen - Frans Francken, the Younger (1581-1642). Oil on wood, c. 1610
FIA5406502 The Witches Kitchen - Frans Francken, the Younger (1581-1642). Oil on wood, c. 1610. Dimension : 52x66, 1 cm. Art History Museum, Vienne by Francken, Frans II (1581-1642); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Photo eFine Art Images; Flemish, out of copyright
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Greetings Card (A5)
Step into the enchanting world of The Witches Kitchen with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse range of greeting cards. This exquisite design, inspired by Frans Francken the Younger's (1581-1642) captivating oil painting from around 1610, invites you to explore the magical and mystical realm of witches and potions. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this card is a perfect gift for those who appreciate the beauty of art and the allure of the unknown. Bring a touch of whimsy to your correspondence with this stunning work from the Art History Museum in Vienne, now available as a greeting card from Media Storehouse.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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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The Witches Kitchen
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by Frans Francken, the Younger is a captivating oil painting that transports viewers into a mystical world of witchcraft and sorcery. Painted around 1610 during the Baroque period, this Flemish masterpiece showcases the artist's incredible attention to detail and skillful execution. In this scene, we are confronted with an array of intriguing elements. A group of witches and sorceresses gather in their eerie kitchen, surrounded by snakes slithering across the floor. The central figure, a witch stirring a cauldron over a crackling fire, exudes an air of mystery as she concocts her magic potion. The composition is filled with symbolism: skulls adorn shelves while skeletons lie nearby, reminding us of mortality and the occult nature of their practices. An open book containing secret spells lies on the table beside various tools used in their rituals. Despite its dark subject matter, there is also beauty within this artwork. The play of light from candles illuminates architectural details in the background—a church monument stands tall—creating an atmosphere both haunting and enchanting. Frans Francken's "The Witches Kitchen" invites us to explore the realm where reality meets fantasy. It serves as a reminder that art has always been a powerful medium for exploring human fascination with magic and mysticism throughout history.
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