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Plate 6: Thetis standing in a niche with a shell and sea creature
Plate 6: Thetis standing in a niche with a shell and sea creature, pouring water out of a vase, looking to her left, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526
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Caraglio Caraglio Giovanni Jacopo Fiorentino Fiorentino Rossi Giovanni Caraglio Giovanni Jacopo Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio Jacobus Parmensis Jacobus Veronensis Mythical Beasts Mythical Creatures Mythical Figure Mythological Nereid Pouring Rossi Rossi Fiorentino Thetis Water Jar Greek Mythology Mythical Beast Mythical Creature
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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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Plate 6: Thetis, the Nereid Goddess of Water, gracefully stands in a niche adorned with a seashell and mythical sea creature. This print from the 16th century captures Thetis in all her divine beauty. Pouring water out of an elegant vase, she gazes to her left with an air of serenity and wisdom. The intricate engraving by Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio showcases his exceptional talent for capturing mythological figures with exquisite detail. Thetis, depicted here as a nude deity, symbolizes purity and power as she controls the element of water. This artwork is part of a series featuring various gods and goddesses from Greek mythology. Caraglio's masterful technique brings these mythical beings to life, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in ancient tales. Housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this historical piece reflects Italy's rich artistic heritage during the Renaissance period. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to Thetis' figure while emphasizing her ethereal presence. As we admire this remarkable print by Caraglio Fiorentino Rossi, we are reminded of the enduring allure that mythology holds over our collective imagination. Through art like this, we can connect with ancient beliefs and explore timeless themes such as divinity, nature's forces, and humanity's relationship with higher powers.
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