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Postcard : GIANT OCTOPUS. A giant octopus attacking a vessel. Line engraving, French, after a picture in the Church of St. Malo, France, 16th century
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GIANT OCTOPUS. A giant octopus attacking a vessel. Line engraving, French, after a picture in the Church of St. Malo, France, 16th century
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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")
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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In this 16th-century line engraving, we witness the terrifying encounter between a giant octopus and a sailing vessel. The artwork, originally found in the Church of St. Malo in France, showcases the immense power and danger lurking beneath the ocean's surface. The scene unfolds amidst tumultuous waves as the colossal creature wraps its formidable tentacles around the ship's hull. Its massive size is emphasized by its ability to dwarf even a sturdy maritime vessel. The French artist skillfully captures every intricate detail of this mythical kraken-like beast, evoking both awe and fear. As chaos ensues on board, sailors scramble to defend themselves against this relentless attacker from the deep sea. Their faces etched with terror reflect their desperate struggle for survival against an opponent seemingly invincible. This historic print transports us back in time to an era when tales of monstrous sea creatures fueled imaginations and inspired cautionary legends among seafarers. It serves as a reminder that despite our advancements in transportation and warfare, nature's forces can still overwhelm us with unexpected ferocity. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this remarkable piece of French artistry for modern audiences to appreciate and contemplate humanity's eternal fascination with both beauty and danger found within our vast oceans.
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