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Anacreon / Statue / Rome
ANACREON Greek poet, who wrote particularly in praise of love and wine
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Curly Lyre Praise Wine Wrote Anacreon
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the exquisite "Anacreon / Statue / Rome" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to ancient Rome, where the legendary Greek poet Anacreon is immortalized in stone. Admire the intricate details of the statue, which beautifully encapsulates the essence of Anacreon's famous verses on love and wine. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Order now and let the timeless beauty of ancient art inspire you every day.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.6cm x 35.5cm (9.7" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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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Anacreon of Teos: A Timeless Tribute to Love and Wine in Ancient Rome This evocative image captures the essence of Anacreon of Teos, the renowned Greek poet, as depicted in a statue discovered in Rome. Anacreon is known for his lyric poetry, which celebrated the joys of love and wine. The statue beautifully encapsulates the poet's playful and mellow spirit. Anacreon, born around 485 BC, was a native of Teos in Ionia, a region in present-day Turkey. He was a contemporary of the great Greek poet Sappho and is believed to have lived during the late archaic period. Anacreon's poetry was influential in the development of the Greek lyric tradition and was admired by later poets, including Catullus and Horace. The statue shows Anacreon in a relaxed pose, seated on a rock, with one hand holding a lyre and the other raised in a gesture of benediction or invitation. His curly hair and beard, typical of the Hellenistic period, frame his face, which is expressive and full of character. Anacreon's clothing, with its flowing folds, adds to the sense of movement and vitality. The statue's discovery in Rome is a testament to the enduring appeal of Anacreon's poetry and the profound impact it had on the ancient world. The statue serves as a reminder of the power of art to transcend time and culture and to inspire generations of artists and thinkers. Anacreon's legacy continues to resonate with us today, as we continue to be captivated by the themes of love, wine, and the human experience that he so eloquently captured in his poetry.
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