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The Head of Medusa
The Head of Medusa, ca. 1618. Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640). Oil on canvas, 68.5 x 118 cm
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1618 Baroque Flemish Fright Gorgon Horror Medusa Reptile Rubens Serpents Snake Myth
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 39.6cm x 22.9cm (15.6" x 9")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
The Head of Medusa," a captivating masterpiece by the renowned Baroque artist Peter Paul Rubens, painted around 1618, presents a chilling and intriguing portrayal of the legendary Gorgon Medusa. Medusa, a monstrous figure in Greek mythology, was known for her ability to turn anyone who gazed upon her into stone. With her serpentine locks and terrifying visage, she was a symbol of fear and death. In this painting, Rubens focuses on Medusa's decapitated head, which lies on a red cloth, surrounded by a sea of writhing serpents. The head, with its bulging eyes and open mouth, exudes a palpable sense of horror and fright. The serpents, coiled around the head and the cloth, add to the overall sense of unease and danger. The painting is a testament to Rubens' mastery of the Baroque style, with its dramatic use of light and shadow, and the intricate detailing of the serpents' scales and Medusa's features. The rich, vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes bring the image to life, making it a truly mesmerizing work of art. The painting also serves as a reminder of the power of mythology and its ability to inspire fear, awe, and wonder. Medusa's head, with its deadly gaze, continues to captivate and intrigue viewers, over 400 years after it was first painted. This masterpiece, with its historical significance and artistic merit, is a must-see for anyone interested in art, mythology, or the Baroque period.
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