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The Seven Boys of the Pleiades
A surreal artistic rendering of seven boys from a painting by Francis Floris (1519-1570), a Flemish painter and artist. The painting is an allegory (a common trait in Floris's paintings) of the Pleiades, a star cluster of seven stars that have become enshrined in a massive range of mythological tales around the world, perhaps most famously as the Seven Sisters, the daughters of Atlas and Pleione in Greek Mythology. Date: 1885
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Allegory Atlas Flemish Floris Francis Mythology Myths Painter Sisters Surreal Surrealism Myth Pleiades
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 59.1cm x 59.9cm (23.3" 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 Seven Boys of the Pleiades
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is a captivating and surreal artistic rendering by the Flemish painter and artist, Francis Floris, created in 1885. This masterpiece is an allegorical representation of the Pleiades, a renowned star cluster in the night sky, consisting of seven brilliant stars. Francis Floris, known for his intriguing and symbolic paintings, brings to life the mythological tale of the Pleiades, which has been woven into various mythologies around the world. In Greek mythology, the Pleiades are famously recognized as the Seven Sisters, the daughters of Atlas and Pleione. Atlas, the titan who bore the weight of the heavens on his shoulders, and Pleione, a nymph, gave birth to seven beautiful daughters. According to the myth, the sisters were pursued by Orion, a huntsman, who was infatuated with them. To save their daughters from Orion's relentless pursuit, Leto, their mother, transformed them into stars, forming the constellation of the Pleiades. In Floris' painting, the artist brilliantly captures the essence of the mythological tale through the depiction of seven boys, each with unique expressions and poses, surrounded by a mystical and ethereal atmosphere. The surreal and dreamlike quality of the painting adds to the allure of the story, making it a fascinating exploration of mythology, art, and the power of the imagination. This artwork by Francis Floris is a testament to the enduring power of mythology and the artist's ability to bring these ancient stories to life in a new and mesmerizing way. The Seven Boys of the Pleiades continues to inspire and intrigue viewers, inviting us to explore the rich tapestry of myths and legends that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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