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Illustration from Le Quart Livre des Faicts et Dicts Heroiques du Bon Pantagruel
XIR1200185 Illustration from Le Quart Livre des Faicts et Dicts HeroAOques du Bon Pantagruel by FranAzois Rabelais, 1552 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: The Life of Gargantua and of Pantagruel (French: La vie de Gargantua et de Pantagruel) is a pentalogy of novels written in the 16th century by FranAzois Rabelais, which tells of the adventures of two giants, Gargantua and his son Pantagruel.
Book 4. ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12714199
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Francois Rabelais Giant Pantagruel Shock Shocked Surprise Surprised
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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 print showcases an intriguing illustration from the renowned "Le Quart Livre des Faicts et Dicts Heroiques du Bon Pantagruel" by François Rabelais. Created in 1552, this engraving by Gustave Doré beautifully captures the essence of this literary masterpiece. The image depicts a head and shoulders portrait of Pantagruel, one of the central characters in Rabelais' pentalogy. The giant's expression is that of shock and surprise, his eyes wide open as if he has just witnessed something astonishing. This portrayal perfectly encapsulates the whimsical nature of Rabelais' work. "The Life of Gargantua and of Pantagruel" narrates the extraordinary adventures of two giants, Gargantua and his son Pantagruel. Through its witty storytelling and satirical commentary on society, Rabelais explores themes such as humanism, education, religion, and philosophy. This particular illustration not only highlights Pantagruel's larger-than-life stature but also reveals his complex character. It serves as a visual representation of the astonishment readers may experience while delving into this epic tale. Displayed within these lines are elements that make literature timeless: imagination brought to life through artistry. As we gaze upon this print from "Le Quart Livre des Faicts et Dicts Heroiques du Bon Pantagruel" we are reminded once again why François Rabelais remains an influential figure in French literature centuries
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