Poster Print : HOMER TITLE PAGE, 1616. Engraved title page by William Hole to the first edition of George Chapmans translation of The Whole Works of Homer, London, 1616
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HOMER TITLE PAGE, 1616. Engraved title page by William Hole to the first edition of George Chapmans translation of The Whole Works of Homer, London, 1616
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Media ID 7559659
1616 Border Cartouche Chapman Greek Hector Helmet Hole Homer Iliad Latin Odyssey Poetry Spear Translation Typeface Will I Am
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of poster prints from the Media Storehouse range. This captivating title page, engraved by William Hole for the first edition of George Chapman's translation of The Whole Works of Homer, published in London in 1616, is now available as a stunning poster print. The intricate details of Hole's engraving bring the classical world to life, making this a perfect addition to any home or office space. Experience the rich history of literature and art with our high-quality poster prints from The Granger Collection.
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 38.9cm x 59.4cm (15.3" x 23.4")
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 the exquisite engraved title page by William Hole for the first edition of George Chapman's translation of The Whole Works of Homer, published in London in 1616. The intricate design transports us back to ancient Greece, with its helmet-clad warriors and majestic borders adorned with poetic verses. The central focus is on a brave soldier, possibly Hector or Achilles, wielding a spear and embodying the spirit of heroism that permeates Homer's epic poems. Surrounding him are various elements symbolizing Greek culture and mythology: Latin inscriptions, references to the Iliad and Odyssey, as well as an English translation by Chapman himself. The artist skillfully incorporates decorative cartouches and ornate typefaces that add elegance to this historical masterpiece. Through his meticulous engraving technique, Hole brings to life the essence of Homer's timeless tales while paying homage to classical literature. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from The Granger Collection, we are transported into a world where gods intervene in mortal affairs and heroes embark on legendary quests. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of storytelling and how it continues to captivate audiences across centuries.
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