Canvas Print : The Nightmare, from L Album comique, pub. 1825 (hand coloured engraving)
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The Nightmare, from L Album comique, pub. 1825 (hand coloured engraving)
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Media ID 15143349
© Historica Graphica Collection / Heritage-Images
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the haunting beauty of The Nightmare, an iconic image from L Album comique published in 1825, into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This hand-colored engraving, featuring the famous sleeping woman tormented by a demonic horse, is a captivating addition to any art collection. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this classic work, ensuring a stunning display that will surely be a conversation starter. Experience the magic of this timeless piece and elevate your decor with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of The Nightmare.
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
This hand-coloured engraving, titled "The Nightmare" takes us back to the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the realm of disturbed sleep and haunting dreams. The print, part of L Album comique published in 1825, showcases an eerie scene set in a bedroom. A female figure lies on her bed, seemingly trapped in the clutches of a terrifying nightmare. Her face reflects fear and anguish as she tosses and turns under the weight of her subconscious demons. A mischievous devil-like creature perches menacingly on her chest, symbolizing the torment that plagues her mind during slumber. The artist's attention to detail is evident through every stroke of colour that brings this illustration to life. The rich hues enhance both the intensity of emotions portrayed by the woman and the sinister presence lurking within her dream world. Intriguingly, a loyal pet dog rests at the foot of her bed, oblivious to its owner's distress. This contrasting element adds another layer to our understanding of mental health issues prevalent during this period. "The Nightmare" serves as more than just an artistic masterpiece; it also sheds light on historical perspectives surrounding medicine and sleep disorders in early 19th-century France. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Historica Graphica Collection, we are reminded that even centuries ago, humans grappled with their innermost fears while seeking solace in restful nights - or perhaps dreading them altogether.
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