Poster Print : Oil Lamp with Christian Crosses, 16th / 17th century. Creator: Unknown

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Oil Lamp with Christian Crosses, 16th / 17th century. Creator: Unknown

Oil Lamp with Christian Crosses, 16th/17th century

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Media ID 24371443

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Ceylon Ceylonese Cross Crosses Lamp Metal Work Objectarts Of Asia Oil Lamp Ritual Object Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Craftsmanship

A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Add a touch of history and spirituality to your home decor with our Oil Lamp with Christian Crosses print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite antique art piece, dating back to the 16th or 17th century, showcases an intricately designed oil lamp adorned with multiple Christian crosses. The creator and provenance of this masterpiece remain a mystery, adding to its allure. Bring the rich heritage of the past into your modern living space and create a unique ambiance with this captivating and enigmatic print from Heritage Images.

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 55.9cm (16.5" x 22")

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 an exquisite Oil Lamp with Christian Crosses, dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries. Crafted by an unknown artist from Ceylon (modern-day Sri Lanka), this remarkable piece of metalwork exemplifies the rich heritage and craftsmanship of the region. The lamp's bronze body is adorned with intricate Christian crosses, symbolizing the profound religious significance it held during that era. Its vibrant color palette adds a touch of elegance to its already mesmerizing design. Displayed in the prestigious Art Institute of Chicago, this artifact serves as a testament to the diverse arts found across different countries and time periods. As you gaze upon this photograph, you can't help but marvel at how such a small object could hold so much cultural and historical value. With its delicate curves and meticulous detailing, this oil lamp transcends its utilitarian purpose to become a ritual object steeped in spirituality. The soft glow emitted from within would have illuminated sacred spaces during religious ceremonies or provided solace in private devotions. While we may not know who created this masterpiece or for what specific purpose it was used, one thing is certain – it continues to captivate viewers today with its timeless beauty and enigmatic origins.

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