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The Great Flood and the Retreat of the Water (detail of the man in a barrel and Noah)

XIR897806 The Great Flood and the Retreat of the Water (detail of the man in a barrel and Noah), 1446-8 (fresco transferred onto canvas) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Le Deluge et le retrait des eaux. Detail : l homme dans un tonneau et NoA©
Note: the person standing is supposed to be Sem. Collection of frescoes kept in the cloister bays (the frescoes form a series of rectangular and horizontally organised paintings surmounted by a bezel). Two of the compositions are attributed to Uccello. This examples shows the sacrifice and euphoria of Noah. The other fresco shows the Creation of the Animals and of Adam surmounted by the Creation of Eve and Original Sin. The frescoes were taken off the wall in 1940 and are now kept at the Santa Maria Novella Museum.
); Italian, out of copyright

Media ID 12944144

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Barrel Chapel Cloister Florentine School Hands Clasped Noah Santa Maria Novella

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 18.1cm x 24.4cm (7.1" 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 captures a mesmerizing detail from Paolo Uccello's fresco, "The Great Flood and the Retreat of the Water". The focal point of this image is the man in a barrel, symbolizing hope and survival amidst chaos. Standing beside him is Noah, the biblical figure known for building an ark to save humanity from the devastating flood. Painted between 1446-8, this masterpiece was originally created on a wall at Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy. However, due to preservation efforts, it was transferred onto canvas and now resides in the Santa Maria Novella Museum. Uccello's frescoes depict various scenes related to creation and biblical stories. This particular detail showcases both sacrifice and euphoria as Noah navigates through turbulent waters with unwavering faith. The composition is part of a series of rectangular paintings that form a visually stunning narrative when viewed together. The artist's meticulous attention to detail can be seen in every brushstroke, bringing life to each character portrayed. From Noah's determined expression to the man's naked vulnerability inside his makeshift vessel, Uccello masterfully conveys human emotions within this religious context. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork captured by Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of our capacity for resilience during times of adversity. It serves as a testament to human strength and belief in something greater than ourselves – even when faced with overwhelming challenges like those depicted in "The Great Flood. "

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