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Pantagruels meal, from Pantagruel by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553)
XIR164723 Pantagruels meal, from Pantagruel by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553) engraved by Paul Jonnard-Pacel (d.1902) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12735002
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the whimsical world of Pantagruel, the giant hero of Francois Rabelais' iconic 16th-century novel, with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features the famous scene of Pantagruel's extravagant feast, as depicted in the engraving by Paul Jonnard-Pacel. Immerse yourself in the rich, historical artwork from Bridgeman Images and Fine Art Finder, and let the puzzle pieces transport you to a fantastical realm of gastronomic delights. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and art lovers alike, this challenging and rewarding puzzle promises hours of entertainment and a beautiful, completed masterpiece to proudly display.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 38x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 38cm x 50.2cm (15" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the essence of Pantagruel's meal, a scene from Francois Rabelais' renowned literary work. Engraved by Paul Jonnard-Pacel, this image brings to life the extravagant feast described in Rabelais' book. Pantagruel, a giant and son of Gargantua, is depicted as an obese figure indulging in his gluttonous desires. With a spoon and fork in hand, he eagerly devours his meal with his tongue hanging out. Surrounding him are servants and maids attending to his every need while he drinks from a glass. The composition exudes both comedy and satire as it portrays Pantagruel's laziness and insatiable greed for food. The scale of the scene emphasizes his voracious appetite as well as the excesses of Renaissance society. Dore's artistic interpretation beautifully captures the burlesque nature of Rabelais' writing through intricate details such as sheep scattered around the table symbolizing gluttony. Displayed at Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, this engraving offers viewers a glimpse into one of literature's most memorable characters. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, Rabelais' satirical commentary on human vices remains relevant today.
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