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Poster Print : The Sea Monster (Das Meerwunder), ca. 1498. ca. 1498. Creator: Albrecht Durer
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The Sea Monster (Das Meerwunder), ca. 1498. ca. 1498. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Sea Monster (Das Meerwunder), ca. 1498
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step into the mystical world of the past with Media Storehouse's exquisite poster prints featuring Albrecht Dürer's iconic engraving, "The Sea Monster (Das Meerwunder)," created around 1498. This captivating masterpiece by the renowned German artist showcases the wonders of the deep sea, with the monstrous creature emerging from the waves. Bring the enchantment of history into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints. Experience the beauty and intrigue of this legendary work of art, perfect for any space that craves a touch of the extraordinary.
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 56cm (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.
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The Sea Monster (Das Meerwunder), ca. 1498
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is a captivating print created by the renowned artist Albrecht Durer during the 15th century. This engraving depicts a mythical creature, half-human and half-beast, lying down in a hilly landscape. The figure of the sea monster is both fascinating and unusual, capturing our imagination with its intricate details. In this artwork, Durer skillfully combines elements of mythology and religion to create a powerful visual narrative. The sea goddess, portrayed as a naked female deity, stands tall above the reclining monster while an array of men and women observe from afar. The composition evokes feelings of awe and wonder as we contemplate the relationship between humans, nature, and divinity. Durer's mastery in capturing human anatomy shines through in his depiction of both male and female figures present in this scene. Their nudity symbolizes vulnerability but also represents purity within their religious context. This print is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcasing Durer's contribution to German heritage art during this period. It serves as a testament to his artistic genius that continues to inspire generations even today. As we gaze upon "The Sea Monster" we are transported back in time to explore not only Durer's creative mind but also our own fascination with mythological creatures and their place within our collective consciousness.
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