Photographic Print : Female Centaur & Thyrsus
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Female Centaur & Thyrsus
A centauress gallops with a friend who holds a thyrsus (an ornamental staff), which - with the branch she holds - suggests that they are taking part in Dionysian revelry
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Media ID 593242
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Centaur Centaurs Dionysian Folk Lore Friend Gallops Holds Ornamental Revelry Staff Suggests Taking Thyrsus
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Female Centaur & Thyrsus" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite photograph showcases the mystical beauty of mythology, as a female centaur, embodying the grace and power of half-human, half-horse form, gallops through an otherworldly landscape. Her companion, with an ornamental thyrsus staff in hand, joins her in the merrymaking of Dionysian revelry. This timeless image, filled with enchantment and wonder, is sure to add a touch of magic to any space, making it a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Order your Media Storehouse "Female Centaur & Thyrsus" print today and bring the mythical world into your reality.
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.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this image from the annals of ancient history, a female centaur and her companion enthusiastically participate in the Dionysian revelries. The centauress, with her powerful legs and lithe upper body, expertly gallops through the wild landscape, her long, flowing hair streaming behind her. Her friend, a mortal, keeps pace with her, holding aloft a thyrsus - an ornamental staff adorned with ivy, vine leaves, and a pinecone top. The branch in her other hand is also bedecked with foliage, further emphasizing their connection to the god Dionysus, the deity of wine, fertility, and festivity. The thyrsus was an essential prop in Dionysian rituals, symbolizing the phallus of the god and representing renewal and rebirth. The image of the centauress and her companion, frolicking in the wilderness and reveling in the pleasures of nature, is a common theme in Greek mythology and folk lore. Centaurs, half-human, half-horse creatures, were believed to inhabit the forests and mountains, and were known for their wild, untamed nature. This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the rich history and mythology of ancient Greece. The image transports us to a time of wild abandon, where the boundaries between humans and nature were blurred, and the joys of life were celebrated with unbridled enthusiasm. The centauress and her companion, with their thyrsuses and branches, are a testament to the enduring power of myth and folklore, and the human desire to connect with the natural world.
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