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Phaethon, 1615 (engraving)
3480547 Phaethon, 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Phaethon (son of the Oceanid Clymene and the solar deity Helios). Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenare, Paris, 1615. Engraving circa 1615, by Leonard Gaultier.); Universal History Archive/UIG; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22442934
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Blaise De Vigenare Deux Philostrates Helios Léonard Gaultier Phaethon Solar Sophistes Grecs Tableaux Clymene Peinture
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
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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 engraving titled "Phaethon, 1615" by Leonard Gaultier takes us back to the enchanting world of Greek mythology. The image depicts Phaethon, the son of Clymene and Helios, the solar deity. Created in 1615 as part of Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs by Blaise de Vigenare, this plate showcases Gaultier's exceptional talent as an engraver. Phaethon is portrayed with a sense of youthful exuberance and curiosity as he stands amidst a celestial backdrop. His flowing hair and radiant countenance reflect his divine heritage while his gaze hints at both ambition and trepidation. The intricate details captured through Gaultier's masterful technique bring life to this mythological figure. The composition transports us to ancient Greece, where gods and mortals intertwined in epic tales. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of classical mythology throughout history. As we admire this black-and-white print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the rich artistic tradition that continues to inspire generations. This piece not only showcases Gaultier's skill but also pays homage to the timeless stories that have shaped our cultural heritage.
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