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Herakles with the Cretan Bull, Ostia (mosaic)
CZA228747 Herakles with the Cretan Bull, Ostia (mosaic) by Roman; 51.5x51.5 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow, Poland; out of copyright
Media ID 23352444
© Bridgeman Images
Conquering Crete Douze Heracles Hercule Hercules Panel Taureau Travaux Twelve Labours Wrestling
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the ancient world into your modern space with our Herakles and the Cretan Bull Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning reproduction showcases the intricate detail of the original mosaic from Ostia, Italy, housed in the Czartoryski Museum in Cracow, Poland. Herakles, the legendary Greek hero, is depicted in the midst of his legendary twelve labors, subduing the fearsome Cretan Bull. This captivating work of art, out of copyright and sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, is a beautiful addition to any home or office, inspiring awe and wonder with its timeless beauty.
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 42.7cm x 42cm (16.8" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring mosaic artwork titled "Herakles with the Cretan Bull, Ostia". Created by a Roman artist, this masterpiece measures 51.5x51.5 cm and is currently housed in the prestigious Czartoryski Museum in Cracow, Poland. The image depicts Herakles, also known as Hercules, conquering the mighty Cretan Bull during his seventh labor as part of his legendary Twelve Labors. The hero's strength and determination are vividly portrayed as he engages in a fierce wrestling match with the powerful creature from Crete. The mythological significance of this scene resonates through time, symbolizing Herakles' triumph over adversity and showcasing his heroic prowess. The intricate details of the mosaic capture every muscle and sinew of both Herakles and the bull, emphasizing their raw power. Rendered in a classical style, this artwork beautifully captures not only the physicality but also the vulnerability of Herakles' nakedness. His nudity serves to highlight his bravery and resilience while adding an element of vulnerability to his character. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from ancient times, we are reminded of humanity's enduring fascination with mythology and our eternal quest for heroism. This print allows us to appreciate not only its artistic merit but also its historical significance as it transports us back to an era steeped in legend and wonder.
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