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Poster Print : The Neptune fountain seen through a gate, Bologna
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The Neptune fountain seen through a gate, Bologna
The Neptune fountain seen through a gate, Bologna Bologna Fountain Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950 ca.. Date of Artwork:1563-1566. Artist:Laureti, Tommaso, Boulogne, Jean de
Villani, Studio
VAA-F-001512-0000
Media ID 33398057
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Brand Cetaceans Child Crest Divinity Dolphin Literature And Fiction Mermaid Neptune Poseidon Putto Siren Trident Emblem Greco Roman
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the timeless beauty of European art history into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This particular piece showcases "The Neptune Fountain seen through a gate, Bologna" by Villani, Studio from Alinari. Captured in the mid-20th century, this photograph transports you back to the Renaissance-Baroque periods of Europe. The Neptune Fountain, a masterpiece of Mannerist art in Bologna, Italy, is depicted through the intricately designed gate, creating an intriguing and captivating composition. Add this stunning print to your collection and enjoy the elegance and rich history it brings to your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 59.4cm (14" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "The Neptune Fountain seen through a gate, Bologna" transports us to the enchanting city of Bologna, Italy. The image captures the essence of the Renaissance and Baroque periods with its intricate details and grandeur. At the center of the composition stands the magnificent Neptune Fountain, an iconic symbol of Bologna's rich history. Designed by Tommaso Laureti and Jean de Boulogne in 1563-1566, this masterpiece embodies both Mannerism and Renaissance-Baroque styles. Its imposing figure portrays Neptune, the Roman god of water and sea, holding his trident high as a symbol of his divine power. Through a beautifully ornate gate in the foreground, we catch a glimpse of this awe-inspiring fountain. The gate adds an element of mystery to the scene while framing our view with elegance. It invites us to explore further into this historical treasure trove. As we delve deeper into this visual narrative, our eyes are drawn to various elements that surround Neptune's statue. Dolphins gracefully leap from their watery abode while mermaids seductively entwine themselves around him - all representing different aspects of mythology and literature. A cherubic putto playfully adorns his side adding innocence amidst such grandiosity. The photograph was taken around 1950 by Villani Studio but depicts an artwork created centuries earlier during Europe's first millennium AD. This juxtaposition highlights how art transcends time and continues to captivate generations with its timeless beauty. "The Neptune Fountain seen through a gate" is not just a mere snapshot; it is a testament to human creativity throughout history – from ancient myths brought alive in sculptures to skilled photographers capturing these masterpieces for posterity.
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