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Engraving depicting The dissipated habits of Chares of Athen
Chares of Athens. 4th century BC. Athenian general. Engraving depicting The dissipated habits of Chares. History of the Nations. 19th century. Colored
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the engraving "The dissipated habits of Chares of Athens." This intriguing historical piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases an engraving of the Athenian general, Chares, from the 4th century BC. The 19th-century print, richly colored, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, illustrating an intriguing narrative about Chares' alleged dissipated habits. Add this stunning work of art to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire curiosity about the intriguing history of ancient Athens.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.4cm (23.4" x 15.5")
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.
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This engraving, titled 'The Dissipated Habits of Chares of Athens,' is a vivid depiction of the infamous Athenian general, Chares, indulging in a scene of dissipation and revelry. Dating back to the 4th century BC, Chares was a prominent military leader during the Hellenistic period of Ancient Greece. However, his reputation was not solely based on his military prowess, but also on his alleged licentious and dissolute behavior. The engraving, produced in the 19th century, captures Chares in the midst of a lively gathering. He is shown in the center, surrounded by a group of women, who are playing musical instruments and dancing. A soldier, possibly one of his men, looks on in amusement. Chares himself holds a drink in one hand and a musical instrument in the other, his expression suggesting a carefree and joyful mood. The scene is filled with an air of merriment and abandon, with the women's colorful costumes and the men's military attire creating a striking contrast. The use of color adds to the vibrancy and energy of the image, making it a captivating representation of the ancient world's more pleasurable side. Despite the festive atmosphere, Chares' behavior was considered scandalous for a man of his rank and position. His military license was seen as a sign of weakness and a lack of discipline, which would have been detrimental to his reputation and his leadership. This engraving serves as a reminder of the complexities of ancient Greek society, where military success and personal indulgence could coexist, but not without consequences.
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