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Charon Conveying the Souls of the Dead across the Styx, 1860 (oil on canvas)
BAL240137 Charon Conveying the Souls of the Dead across the Styx, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Pomerantsev, Konstantin Petrovich (1835-1913); 171.5x233 cm; State Art Museum, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 12769049
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Crossing Ferry Ferryman Grim Reaper Hades Macabre Punt Purgatory Suffering Underworld
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring the enchanting world of ancient mythology into your home with our exquisite range of Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Charon Conveying the Souls of the Dead across the Styx," by Konstantin Petrovich Pomerantsev (1835-1913), showcases Charon, the mythological ferryman, guiding the souls of the deceased across the river Styx. This stunning 19th-century oil on canvas painting, available as a Mounted Photo, is a mesmerizing addition to any art collection or living space. Experience the timeless beauty of this masterpiece from Fine Art Finder, brought to you by Media Storehouse.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 15cm (8" x 5.9")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This oil painting, titled "Charon Conveying the Souls of the Dead across the Styx" created by Russian artist Konstantin Petrovich Pomerantsev in 1860, depicts a haunting scene from Greek mythology. The massive canvas measures an impressive 171.5x233 cm and is housed in the State Art Museum in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. In this macabre masterpiece, we witness Charon, the ferryman of Hades, fulfilling his duty to transport souls across the river Styx into the underworld. With his skeletal figure draped in tattered robes and holding an oar-like pole known as a punt, he stands at the helm of a small boat. The river's dark waters reflect their journey through suffering and purgatory. The composition is filled with naked figures representing lost souls awaiting passage to their final destination. Their expressions reveal anguish and despair as they face their impending fate. This portrayal emphasizes both physical and emotional suffering. Pomerantsev's attention to detail brings this mythological realm to life; every brushstroke captures eerie realism while maintaining an otherworldly atmosphere. The use of light and shadow adds depth to each figure while enhancing the overall sense of foreboding. "Charon Conveying the Souls of the Dead across the Styx" serves as a reminder of our mortality and invites contemplation on what awaits us beyond death's threshold. It stands as a testament to Pomerantsev
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