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Poster Print : A Barber in the Lions Cage, 1894 (engraving)
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A Barber in the Lions Cage, 1894 (engraving)
XND76083 A Barber in the Lions Cage, 1894 (engraving) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22806046
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Add a touch of historical intrigue to your walls with our stunning poster print of "A Barber in the Lions Cage," an engraving by Oswaldo Tofani from 1894. This captivating image, inspired by the original work housed in a private collection, transports you back in time with its intricate details and rich, bold lines. The intriguing scene of a barber at work inside a lion's cage is sure to spark conversation and inspire curiosity in any space. Bring a piece of fine art history into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints from Media Storehouse.
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 50.5cm (16.5" x 19.9")
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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In this engraving from 1894, titled "A Barber in the Lions Cage" we are transported to a scene that is both thrilling and surreal. The image depicts a daring barber who finds himself enclosed within the confines of a lion's cage, surrounded by an intrigued crowd. Created by Italian artist Oswaldo Tofani, this illustration showcases his exceptional talent for capturing tension and suspense. The composition immediately draws our attention to the fearless barber at its center. Armed with nothing more than his trusty razor, he stands tall amidst the imposing presence of two majestic lions. Their powerful bodies are restrained only by iron bars, creating an atmosphere charged with danger and anticipation. As we observe closely, we notice the curious onlookers peering through the bars of the cage. Their expressions range from awe to disbelief as they witness this audacious act unfold before their eyes. It becomes evident that this spectacle has attracted quite a following - even catching the attention of a French magazine mentioned in passing. This remarkable print serves as a testament to human courage and resilience in face of adversity. It reminds us that sometimes it takes extraordinary acts to captivate our imagination and challenge societal norms. Through Tofani's masterful technique, every stroke captures not only physical details but also emotions running high within each character present. "A Barber in the Lions Cage" is truly an iconic piece that continues to fascinate viewers over a century later – reminding us all of humanity's unyielding spirit when faced with seemingly
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