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Verdi & Boito at Piano
ARRIGO BOITO Italian composer and librettist, with Giuseppe Verdi, for whom he wrote two opera libretti Date: 1842 - 1918
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Arrigo Boito Composer Giuseppe Librettist Opera Piano Score Vase Verdi Wrote Musical
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Verdi & Boito at Piano" canvas print from Media Storehouse, featuring this exquisite image from the Mary Evans Picture Library. This timeless photograph brings the rich history of Italian opera to your home, with a rare glimpse into the creative collaboration between two legendary figures: Giuseppe Verdi and Arrigo Boito. Boito, an influential composer and librettist, penned the librettos for two operas written by the renowned Verdi. This stunning image, dated back to 1842, offers a tantalizing peek into their artistic bond, captured in a moment of inspiration and camaraderie. Elevate your living space with the elegant addition of this captivating canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
In this evocative photograph, Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901) and his librettist Arrigo Boito (1842-1918) are seen deep in conversation, their eyes focused intently on the piano before them. The image, captured in the mid-19th century, offers a rare glimpse into the creative collaboration between two of the most influential figures in the world of Italian opera. Verdi, a legendary figure in the history of Western classical music, is known for his powerful and emotionally resonant operas, including "La Traviata," "Rigoletto," and "Aida." Boito, an accomplished poet, literary critic, and composer in his own right, made his mark on the operatic world by writing the librettos for two of Verdi's most successful works: "Falstaff" and "Otello." The setting for this historic encounter is simple yet elegant. A grand piano sits at the center of the room, its polished surface reflecting the soft glow of the lamplight. A vase filled with vibrant, fragrant flowers rests on a nearby table, adding a touch of natural beauty to the scene. The scores of Verdi's operas are scattered about, their pages open and well-worn, evidence of the countless hours spent in composition and revision. As Verdi and Boito exchange ideas and refine their artistic vision, the boundaries between composer and librettist blur. The result is a symbiotic relationship that produces some of the most enduring works in the operatic repertoire. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the creative partnership that brought these masterpieces to life. The image, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique window into the world of 19th-century Italian opera, inviting us to reflect on the rich history of this beloved art form and the visionary artists who shaped it.
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