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Poster Print : Statue of Castor and Pollux. Pizza Campidoglio. Rome. Italy
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Statue of Castor and Pollux. Pizza Campidoglio. Rome. Italy
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the timeless beauty of ancient Rome into your home or office with our exquisite Statue of Castor and Pollux poster print. This stunning image captured from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you to the Piazza Campidoglio in Rome, Italy, where the twin brothers Castor and Pollux stand proudly on their horse-drawn chariot. Add this masterpiece to your decor and let the rich history and culture of Rome inspire you every day.
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 39.6cm x 59.4cm (15.6" 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.
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The captivating image showcases the Statue of Castor and Pollux, located at Piazza Campidoglio in the heart of Rome, Italy. This magnificent sculpture is a tribute to the mythological twin brothers, Castor and Pollux, also known as the Dioscuri or the Dioskouroi. According to Greek and Roman mythology, these brothers were the sons of Zeus and Leda, and were renowned for their exceptional skills in horsemanship and hunting. Castor and Pollux were inseparable, and their bond was so strong that when Castor was about to die, Pollux begged the gods to let him share his immortality with his brother. As a result, Zeus granted them the gift of being able to live on earth for half the year as mortals and spend the other half in the underworld with their immortal brotherhood. The statue, which dates back to the late 16th century, depicts the brothers on horseback, with Castor on the left and Pollux on the right. The horses' reins are held in their hands, symbolizing their mastery over their horses and their unity. The statue stands proudly on a pedestal, surrounded by lush greenery and the stunning architecture of Piazza Campidoglio, which offers a breathtaking view of Rome's ancient history and cultural heritage. The Statue of Castor and Pollux is a testament to the enduring power of mythology and its ability to captivate and inspire generations. It is a must-see attraction for visitors to Rome, who are drawn to its historical and artistic significance. The statue's intricate details and lifelike features make it a true masterpiece, and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Latium and Italy as a whole.
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