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The Triumph of Julius Caesar: Elephants Carrying Torches, 1593-99. Creator: Andrea Andreani
The Triumph of Julius Caesar: Elephants Carrying Torches, 1593-99. Commissioned by Duke Vincenzo Gonzaga, this series of chiaroscuro woodcuts reproduces Andrea Mantegnas Triumph of Julius Caesar, painted a century earlier. The scenes imaginatively portray the triumphal procession of the renowned Roman general and consul Julius Caesar following his successful defeat of Gaul in 52 BC. Each section of the continuous frieze shows elements typical of these parades, sanctioned by the Roman Senate and described in ancient texts. The printed suites frontispiece features a portrait bust of Mantegna, and the text below boasts that the famous paintings attracted many viewers. People who owned sets of these woodcuts often tacked them up to create a decorative frieze. Andreani issued the prints with a sheet of classical columns that could be cut out and placed between the scenes. Two fragments of these columns, coloured orange, still flank the fourth scene
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About 1558 1610 After Andrea Andreani Andrea Andreani Italian Andrea Mantegna Italian Chiaroscuro Woodcut
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 58cm x 59.9cm (22.8" 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 portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Triumph of Julius Caesar - Elephants Carrying Torches, 1593-99
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print showcases the remarkable woodcut series "The Triumph of Julius Caesar: Elephants Carrying Torches" by Andrea Andreani. Commissioned by Duke Vincenzo Gonzaga, these chiaroscuro reproductions beautifully capture the essence of Andrea Mantegna's original masterpiece painted a century earlier. Imaginatively portraying the triumphal procession of Julius Caesar after his victorious conquest of Gaul in 52 BC, each section of this continuous frieze depicts elements that were typical in these grand parades sanctioned by the Roman Senate and described in ancient texts. The frontispiece features a portrait bust of Mantegna himself, proudly introducing his famous paintings that attracted countless viewers. These woodcuts held great significance for their owners who often displayed them as decorative friezes, tacking them up to create an immersive experience. To enhance this effect further, Andreani included a sheet featuring classical columns that could be cut out and placed between the scenes. Two fragments colored orange still flank the fourth scene today. Heritage Art/Heritage Images has skillfully captured this extraordinary print with meticulous attention to detail. Through its vibrant colors and intricate designs, it transports us back to ancient Rome, allowing us to witness firsthand one of history's most celebrated triumphs – Julius Caesar's glorious march illuminated by majestic elephants carrying torches.
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