Poster Print : Front of a columnar sarcophagus. Early Christian. 300-325 AD
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Front of a columnar sarcophagus. Early Christian. 300-325 AD
Front of a columnar sarcophagus depicting a shepherd carrying a ram on his shoulders, flanked by two seasonal genii. Origin unknown. 300-325 AD. Vatican Museums. Vatican City
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Columnar Frontal Genie Genii Museums Origin Sarcophagus Seasonal Sheep Shepherd Shoulders Unknown Vatican
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Add a touch of ancient history to your space with our exquisite selection of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases a columnar sarcophagus from the Early Christian era, circa 300-325 AD. The intricately carved design depicts a shepherd, carrying a ram on his shoulders, and is flanked by two seasonal genii. This piece, originally from the Vatican Museums in Vatican City, is now available as a stunning high-quality poster print, allowing you to bring the rich history and artistry of the past into your home or office.
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 59.4cm x 39.5cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Shepherd's Burden: Early Christian Columnar Sarcophagus from the Vatican Museums (300-325 AD) This evocative image showcases the front of a columnar sarcophagus, a funerary artifact hailing from the Early Christian era, approximately dated between 300 and 325 AD. The sarcophagus, now a cherished piece in the Vatican Museums, Vatican City, is a testament to the rich history and artistic prowess of the ancient world. The central figure of this intricately carved relief is a shepherd, who bears the weight of a ram on his broad shoulders. The ram, a symbol of sacrifice and renewal, is an essential attribute of the shepherd's role in the religious and mythological traditions of the time. The shepherd's gentle expression and the ram's peaceful demeanor exude a sense of tranquility and harmony, reflecting the spiritual values of the Early Christian community. Flanking the shepherd are two seasonal genii, or protective spirits, each holding a cornucopia, a symbol of abundance and prosperity. The genii, with their youthful and vibrant appearances, add an element of vitality and energy to the scene. Their presence underscores the belief in the continuity of life and the hope for a bountiful afterlife. The columnar design of the sarcophagus, with its elegant and slender columns, adds to its visual appeal and emphasizes the verticality and height of the piece. The intricate carvings on the sarcophagus reveal the skill and artistry of the ancient craftsmen, who expertly combined various motifs and symbols to create a visually captivating and spiritually significant work of art. This Early Christian columnar sarcophagus, with its profound symbolism and exquisite craftsmanship, offers a glimpse into the beliefs, values, and artistic sensibilities of the ancient world, making it an invaluable treasure in the vast collection of the Vatican Museums.
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