Premium Framed Print : Wise owl and pixies
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Wise owl and pixies
A black owl guards a beautiful winged fairy from menacing imps. Artist: Thomas Maybank Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14178147
© Mary Evans Picture Library / Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
Beautiful Fairy Guards Imps Maybank Menacing Pixies Winged Wise
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 25.2cm (15.6" x 9.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting image, titled "The Guardian of the Fairies," is a captivating work of art by Thomas Maybank, created circa 1916. The painting depicts a wise and watchful black owl, perched protectively on a branch, keeping a vigilant eye over a beautiful winged fairy. The fairy, with her delicate features and ethereal wings, appears vulnerable and in need of protection from the mischievous imps that lurk in the shadows below. Thomas Maybank, a renowned artist of his time, masterfully captures the essence of the magical world of fairies and the important role of guardians like the owl in keeping them safe. The use of soft, pastel colors and intricate details adds to the whimsical and dreamlike quality of the painting. The history of this work dates back to the early 20th century, a time when the belief in fairies and other mythical creatures was still widespread in popular culture. Maybank's painting reflects the enduring appeal of these magical beings and the stories that surround them. The image of the wise owl as a guardian of fairies is a common theme in folklore and mythology, with the owl's keen eyesight and nocturnal nature making it an ideal protector. The presence of the menacing imps adds an element of danger and excitement, highlighting the importance of the owl's role in keeping the fairy realm safe. This beautiful and intriguing work of art, "The Guardian of the Fairies," is a testament to the power of imagination and the enduring allure of the magical world of fairies and other mythical creatures.
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