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Poster Print : Dish depicting a discus thrower, possibly by Cleomelos (ceramic) (b / w photo)
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Dish depicting a discus thrower, possibly by Cleomelos (ceramic) (b / w photo)
XIR192844 Dish depicting a discus thrower, possibly by Cleomelos (ceramic) (b/w photo) by Greek, (5th century BC); Louvre, Paris, France; Greek, out of copyright
Media ID 22931364
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Athlete Coupe Discobole Discobolus Olympics
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Add a touch of ancient Greek elegance to your space with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the Dish depicting a Discus Thrower. This stunning black and white image, sourced from Bridgeman Images and Fine Art Finder, showcases a discus thrower in action, possibly created by the renowned Greek artist Cleomelos around the 5th century BC. This exquisite ceramic piece is now on display at the Louvre Museum in Paris, and you can bring its timeless beauty into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints. Perfect for art enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone seeking to add a touch of history and culture to their surroundings.
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 42cm x 52.5cm (16.5" x 20.7")
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 captures a magnificent ceramic dish depicting a discus thrower, possibly created by the renowned artist Cleomelos in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. Currently housed at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, this Greek masterpiece is an exquisite representation of athleticism and youth. The image showcases a male athlete in his prime, completely nude as was customary during that era. His muscular physique is beautifully sculpted with every detail meticulously crafted on the pottery surface. The discobolus (discus thrower) stands poised with one leg slightly bent and his body twisted to generate maximum force for his impending throw. This artwork serves as a testament to the significance of sports and competition in ancient Greek culture. It symbolizes not only physical strength but also grace, precision, and dedication to honing one's skills. The dish itself may have been used for ceremonial purposes or as part of athletic competitions held during those times. As we admire this piece from centuries ago, it reminds us of the timeless appeal of art that transcends generations. Its beauty continues to inspire awe and admiration even today. This photograph allows us to appreciate the craftsmanship behind this extraordinary artifact while preserving its historical significance for future generations to enjoy.
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