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Orpheus charming the animals with his lute, raised silk embroidery, c. 1630 (silk embroidery)
449731 Orpheus charming the animals with his lute, raised silk embroidery, c.1630 (silk embroidery) by English School, (17th century); The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; (add.info.: Embroidery: Orpheus charming the animals, English, silk, metal thread, spangles on satin, about 1630. Perhaps the product of a professional workshop, this is the earliest embroidered picture in the collection. It shows the legendary Orpheus, charming the animals (including a lion, camel, bear and elephant) with his lyre. Above and below Orpheus are the Christian emblems of a flaming heart and a pelican plucking its breast to feed its young. They may indicate a Catholic designer or client.); © Holburne Museum
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31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 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 31x27 inches (787x685mm). 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 59.9cm x 59.9cm (23.6" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning print captures the exquisite beauty of "Orpheus charming the animals with his lute" a raised silk embroidery piece dating back to around 1630. Created by an English School in the 17th century, this artwork is housed in The Holburne Museum in Bath, UK. The embroidery depicts the legendary Orpheus playing his lyre and enchanting various animals, including a lion, camel, bear, and elephant. Above and below Orpheus are Christian symbols: a flaming heart and a pelican feeding its young by plucking its breast. These emblems suggest that either a Catholic designer or client was involved in creating this masterpiece. Considered one of the earliest embroidered pictures in The Holburne Museum's collection, this work showcases remarkable craftsmanship. It may have been produced by skilled artisans working within a professional workshop setting. The intricate details of this silk embroidery highlight both mythological elements and religious symbolism. Its vibrant colors and elaborate design make it an exceptional example of decorative art from the 17th century. Tony Gilbert's photograph beautifully captures every aspect of this remarkable piece. Through his lens, viewers can appreciate not only the skillful needlework but also gain insight into English art history during that period. This image serves as a testament to both artistic talent and cultural significance for those who admire fine art from centuries past.
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