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Poster Print : A Woman Making a Ruff, c. 1640-7 (engraving)
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A Woman Making a Ruff, c. 1640-7 (engraving)
XJF696734 A Woman Making a Ruff, c.1640-7 (engraving) by Roghman, Geertryut (1625-47); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plate 2 from Domestic Occupations series.); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12923861
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Everyday Life Lace Making Memento Mori Needlework Sewing Skull
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring historic charm into your home with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This captivating piece, "A Woman Making a Ruff, c.1640-7 (engraving)" by Geertryut Roghman, showcases the intricate detail and artistic mastery of the Dutch Golden Age. Originally part of Roghman's Domestic Occupations series, this out-of-copyright engraving offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Add this exquisite work of art to your wall and let the timeless beauty of fine art elevate 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 42cm x 52.4cm (16.5" x 20.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print, titled "A Woman Making a Ruff" transports us back to the 17th century. Created by Dutch artist Geertryut Roghman between 1640 and 1647, this engraving is part of her Domestic Occupations series. In the image, we see a woman seated at a table engrossed in her needlework. Her delicate hands skillfully manipulate the fabric as she meticulously creates a ruff - an intricate lace collar popular during that era. The profile view highlights her concentration and dedication to her craft. The inclusion of a skull on the table adds an intriguing element to the scene. This memento mori symbol serves as a reminder of mortality amidst everyday life, emphasizing the transient nature of beauty and fashion. Roghman's portrayal captures not only the domesticity but also the femininity associated with such tasks. The interior setting further immerses us in this intimate moment, evoking nostalgia for simpler times when handmade creations were treasured. This print from Fine Art Finder offers us a glimpse into history while celebrating female creativity and craftsmanship. It reminds us that even seemingly mundane activities can hold profound meaning within our lives.
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