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Poster Print : Christ descending into the Grave, pl. 3, illustration from The Grave, A Poem
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Christ descending into the Grave, pl. 3, illustration from The Grave, A Poem
XYC290773 Christ descending into the Grave, pl.3, illustration from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching) by Blake, William (1757-1827) (after); 22.9x12.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: Christ is holding the keys of Hell and Death; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12792981
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the profound depth of William Blake's artistic vision with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the hauntingly beautiful illustration "Christ Descending into the Grave, pl. 3" from his renowned poetic work, "The Grave." This exquisite etching, engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti in 1808, showcases Blake's mastery of symbolism and emotional intensity. Bring the timeless beauty of this masterpiece into your home or office and ignite your imagination with this powerful work of art.
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 55.5cm (16.5" x 21.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases "Christ descending into the Grave, pl. 3" an illustration from William Blake's renowned poem, The Grave. Created by Luigi Schiavonetti in 1808, this etching measures 22.9x12.4 cm and is housed in the Yale Center for British Art's esteemed Paul Mellon Collection. In this powerful depiction of Christ's descent, we witness a profound moment filled with symbolism and emotion. Clutching the keys of Hell and Death, Jesus embodies both strength and compassion as he navigates through the depths of darkness. This image captures a pivotal scene in Christian theology - the harrowing journey to rescue souls trapped in limbo. Blake's collaboration with Schiavonetti brings forth a fusion of poetry and art that epitomizes Romanticism. Through intricate details and masterful engraving techniques, they breathe life into this spiritual narrative, inviting viewers to contemplate themes of resurrection and redemption. The composition exudes a sense of solemnity as Christ descends further into the grave, surrounded by shadows that hint at death's omnipresence. The delicate lines convey both gracefulness and intensity while capturing the essence of Blake's poetic vision. This remarkable artwork not only serves as a testament to Blake's genius but also stands as a timeless exploration of faith, mortality, and salvation. It invites us to reflect on our own beliefs about life after death while marveling at the artistic prowess behind its creation.
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