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Photo Mug : The Dance, Mid of the 18th cen. Creator: Longhi, Pietro (1701-1785)
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The Dance, Mid of the 18th cen. Creator: Longhi, Pietro (1701-1785)
The Dance, Mid of the 18th cen. Private Collection
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Ball Carnival Fasching Longhi Mardi Gras Menuet Minuet Music Dancegenre Pietro 1701 1785 Shrove Tuesday Venetian School Venice
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Bring the elegance of the 18th century to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the timeless masterpiece, "The Dance, Mid of the 18th cen." by Pietro Longhi, these mugs showcase the beauty of fine art in a functional and stylish way. Each mug displays a high-quality image of the iconic painting, taken from the private collection at Heritage Images. Perfect for tea or coffee, these mugs make a unique and thoughtful gift for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Embrace the rich history of art with every sip.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This exquisite oil on canvas painting, titled "The Dance," is a captivating masterpiece by the renowned Venetian artist Pietro Longhi (1701-1785). Created in the mid-18th century, this artwork is a stunning representation of the lively and festive atmosphere of the Italian carnival season. The scene unfolds in a grand ballroom, where elegantly dressed men and women engage in the popular dance of the time, the minuet or menuet. The couple in the foreground, their eyes locked in a loving gaze, move gracefully in perfect synchronization, their costumes shimmering under the soft glow of the chandelier above. The background is filled with other dancers, their faces animated with joy and concentration as they twirl and turn, lost in the music and the moment. The painting captures the essence of the Italian carnival, a time of revelry and merriment before the solemnity of Lent. The festivities, which included masquerade balls and elaborate costumes, were an important part of Italian culture during the Rococo period. Longhi's masterful use of light and color, as well as his keen attention to detail, bring this scene to life and transport us to another time and place. This painting is a testament to Longhi's skill as a genre painter and his ability to capture the human experience in all its complexity and beauty. It is a reminder of the power of art to transport us and to remind us of the richness and complexity of the world around us.
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