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The Battle between Carnival and Lent (oil on canvas)
BAL93435 The Battle between Carnival and Lent (oil on canvas) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); 119.5x169 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: copy of his fathers painting (634); ); Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 12947675
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Bataille Carnaval Cripple Fast Feast Jousting Tavern Blue Boat Careme
Greetings Card (A5)
Bring a touch of Old World charm to your correspondence with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This beautifully detailed image, "The Battle between Carnival and Lent" by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, captures the vibrant contrast between the merrymaking of Carnival and the solemnity of Lent. With its rich oil on canvas texture and intricate brushstrokes, this timeless masterpiece from Bridgeman Images is sure to add an air of sophistication to any message. Order now and let the art of Fine Art Finder enhance your greeting cards.
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 Battle between Carnival and Lent
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Pieter Brueghel the Younger, depicting a lively village street scene. This 119.5x169 cm artwork, housed in a private collection, is an exquisite copy of his father's original masterpiece. The vibrant composition transports us to a world filled with contrasting emotions and characters. The bustling carnival atmosphere clashes with the somberness of Lent, creating an intriguing visual narrative. Peasants revel in merriment while engaging in jousting matches and feasting extravagantly. A blue boat symbolizes the excesses of Carnival as it sails through the crowd. Amidst this chaos, we notice a nun passing by, representing religious piety during the fasting period of Lent. The presence of poverty-stricken individuals and cripples reminds us that not everyone partakes in the festivities equally. Brueghel skillfully captures every detail within this tavern-filled street scene; each character tells their own story. The painting exudes energy and movement as if frozen mid-action during this epic battle between two opposing forces – indulgence versus restraint. This remarkable print from Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. , London allows art enthusiasts to bring home a piece of Flemish history that has stood the test of time. It serves as both an aesthetic delight and a thought-provoking reminder about societal contrasts throughout history. (Word count: 200)
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