Poster Print : Saint Andrew, 1635-1640, by Zurbaran
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Saint Andrew, 1635-1640, by Zurbaran
Francisco de Zurbaran (1598-1664). Spanish painter. Saint Andrew, 1635-1640. Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest, Hungary
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Add a touch of timeless beauty to your space with our exquisite Saint Andrew print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning artwork, created by the renowned Spanish painter Francisco de Zurbaran around 1635-1640, is now available as a high-quality poster print. Originally housed in the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest, Hungary, this masterpiece showcases the intricacies of Saint Andrew's robes and the serene expression on his face, making it an excellent addition to any art enthusiast's collection. Our rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online promises vibrant colors and exceptional detail, ensuring a truly breathtaking display. Bring the elegance and history of this iconic painting into your home or office today with Media Storehouse's Saint Andrew poster print.
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 27.3cm x 59.4cm (10.7" x 23.4")
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 stunning 17th-century painting, titled "Saint Andrew," is a masterpiece by the renowned Spanish Baroque artist Francisco de Zurbaran. Created between 1635 and 1640, the artwork is currently housed in the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest, Hungary. Saint Andrew, an apostle of Jesus Christ, is depicted in the painting as a bearded man of advanced age, dressed in a simple tunic and wearing a large cross around his neck. With his right hand, he holds open a large book, symbolizing the Gospels, while his left hand points upwards, as if in blessing or in a gesture of offering. The saint's gaze is fixed on the heavens, reflecting his deep faith and devotion to God. Zurbaran's use of chiaroscuro, or strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and drama to the painting. The intricately detailed folds of Saint Andrew's beard and tunic, as well as the textured cross, are rendered with remarkable precision and realism. The muted colors and somber mood of the painting reflect the solemnity and reverence associated with religious art of the time. Saint Andrew was a fisherman by trade before he met Jesus Christ and became one of his twelve apostles. He is known for his association with fishermen and is often depicted with a cross in the shape of an X, which is said to have been the shape of the cross on which he was crucified. This painting is a testament to the enduring power of religious art to inspire awe and contemplation, and serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Spain and Europe during the Baroque period.
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