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Poster Print : Beggars by a Lime Kiln (oil on canvas)
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Beggars by a Lime Kiln (oil on canvas)
XIR166556 Beggars by a Lime Kiln (oil on canvas) by Bourdon, Sebastien (1616-71); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; (add.info.: Mendiants pres d un four a chaux; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12699647
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Bare Bottom Beggar Homeless Kiln Misery Rough Stairs Vagabond Mooning
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring timeless beauty into your home with Media Storehouse's range of poster prints. This captivating piece, "Beggars by a Lime Kiln" by Sebastien Bourdon, showcases the masterful use of oil on canvas techniques. Originally painted in the 17th century, this artwork is now housed in the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Valenciennes, France. Add an air of sophistication and culture to any room with this evocative and out-of-copyright print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images. Experience the rich history and artistic detail in every inch of this exquisite poster print.
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 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Beggars by a Lime Kiln" transports us to a different era, inviting us to delve into the world of poverty and hardship. Painted by Sebastien Bourdon in the 17th century, this oil on canvas masterpiece is housed in the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Valenciennes, France. The scene depicts a group of beggars huddled together near a lime kiln. Their tattered clothes and worn-out expressions tell tales of their destitution and struggle for survival. The artist skillfully captures the sense of community that emerges from shared misery, as these individuals find solace and companionship amidst their hardships. The composition is strikingly raw and evocative; it draws our attention to every detail - from the rough texture of the stairs leading up to the kiln, to one beggar's bare bottom cheekily mooning towards us under the pale glow of moonlight. These elements serve as reminders not only of their desperate circumstances but also hint at resilience and defiance against adversity. As we gaze upon this poignant artwork, we are reminded that poverty has long been an unfortunate reality for many throughout history. It prompts us to reflect on our own privilege while igniting empathy for those less fortunate than ourselves. This image serves as both a historical document capturing societal struggles and an enduring reminder that compassion should always be extended towards those experiencing homelessness or poverty today.
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