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Poster Print : Boy Blowing Soap Bubbles. Allegory on the Transitoriness and the Brevity of Life, 1663. Creator: Karel Du Jardin
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Boy Blowing Soap Bubbles. Allegory on the Transitoriness and the Brevity of Life, 1663. Creator: Karel Du Jardin
Boy Blowing Soap Bubbles. Allegory on the Transitoriness and the Brevity of Life, 1663
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the timeless beauty and poignant allegory of Karel Du Jardin's 'Boy Blowing Soap Bubbles. Allegory on the Transitoriness and the Brevity of Life,' created in 1663. This captivating vintage print showcases a young boy lost in the moment as he blows soap bubbles, each one representing the fleeting nature of life. Add this thought-provoking piece to your home or office as a reminder of the preciousness and fragility of life's moments. The intricate details and rich colors of this historic artwork, expertly preserved in our high-quality poster prints, will make a stunning addition to any 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 52.3cm (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.
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is a captivating oil painting created by the renowned Dutch artist Karel Du Jardin in 1663. This masterpiece, a testament to the Baroque era and the Dutch Golden Age, is currently housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst (National Gallery of Denmark) in Copenhagen. The painting depicts a young boy, dressed in simple clothing, standing by a body of water, intently blowing bubbles with a piece of soap. The scene is serene, with the sun casting a warm glow over the peaceful water, and the reflection of the boy and his surroundings in the mirror-like surface. The boy's expression is one of pure joy and contentment, as he watches the delicate bubbles rise and burst, leaving a trail of pearly droplets on the water's surface. However, this seemingly innocent scene holds a deeper meaning. The title of the painting, "Allegory on the Transitoriness and the Brevity of Life," reveals the true intent of the artist. The bubbles represent the fleeting nature of life, reminding us that just as they rise and burst, so too do our own lives. The boy's happiness is temporary, and the pearls that decorate the painting, symbolizing the transient beauty of life, serve as a poignant reminder of the impermanence of all things. The painting's rich colors and intricate details bring the scene to life, transporting us to a simpler time and place. The aquatic setting, complete with seashells and aquatic life, adds to the sense of tranquility and beauty. This allegorical work of art, created by the Danish artist Karel Du Jardin, continues to captivate and inspire viewers, reminding us of the importance of cherishing the present moment and the transient nature of life.
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