Poster Print : Statue of Perseus - The Vatican, Italy
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Statue of Perseus - The Vatican, Italy
Perseus with the head of Medusa, by Antonio Canova, completed 1801 (Vatican Museum). Date: circa 1910s
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the timeless beauty of ancient mythology with our exquisite Statue of Perseus from the Vatican Museums, expertly captured in our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This iconic masterpiece, created by renowned Italian sculptor Antonio Canova in 1801, depicts Perseus triumphantly holding the severed head of Medusa. Our high-quality poster prints bring the intricate details and rich history of this remarkable artwork into your home or office. With its captivating imagery and stunning resolution, this poster is a must-have for art enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone seeking to add a touch of classical elegance to their space. Order yours today and let the legend of Perseus live on in your world. (Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Date: circa 1910s)
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 51cm (16.5" x 20.1")
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 photograph print showcases the awe-inspiring statue of Perseus, created by the renowned Italian sculptor Antonio Canova, housed in the prestigious Vatican Museums in Rome, Italy. Completed in the year 1801, this masterpiece of Neoclassical art depicts Perseus in a triumphant pose, holding aloft the severed head of the mythical Gorgon Medusa. The intricate carving captures the intense emotion and power of the Greek mythological hero, as he emerges victorious from his legendary encounter with the fearsome Medusa. Perseus, a brave and cunning hero, was renowned for his ability to turn the gaze of Medusa, a monster with the power to petrify anyone who looked at her directly, into stone. With the help of the goddess Athena, he obtained the polished shield of Perseus, which reflected Medusa's reflection instead of his own image, allowing him to behead her. The statue captures the moment of triumph, as Perseus proudly displays the head of Medusa, a symbol of his victory over evil and fear. Canova's sculpture is a testament to the enduring power of Greek mythology and the classical art tradition. The intricate details of the statue, from the lifelike veins on Perseus's arms to the delicate folds of his toga, are a testament to Canova's mastery of the art of carving. This photograph print provides a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1910s when this image was captured, and allowing us to appreciate the timeless beauty of this iconic work of art.
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