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Fine Art Print : Gryphis (Griffin) : The griffin, griffon, or gryphon is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and an eagle's talons as its front feet
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Gryphis (Griffin) : The griffin, griffon, or gryphon is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and an eagle's talons as its front feet
UIG5327070 Gryphis (Griffin) : The griffin, griffon, or gryphon is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and an eagle's talons as its front feet. Because the lion was traditionally considered the king of the beasts and the eagle the king of birds, the griffin was thought to be an especially powerful and majestic creature. The griffin was also thought of as king of all creatures. Griffins are known for guarding treasure and priceless possessions. Renaissance Woodcut monsters. From the 1642 book Monstrorum Historia by Ulisse Aldrovandi (Bologna, 1522-1605). He is considered the founder of modern Natural History. Ulisse Aldrovandi, 1642 ©Buyenlarge/UIG/Leemage; Buyenlarge Archive/UIG
Media ID 38180062
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the mythical world of Gryphis with our Fine Art Print from Bridgeman Images. This legendary creature, with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, will add a touch of fantasy to any space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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This stunning print captures the majestic and powerful Gryphis (Griffin), a legendary creature with the body of a lion, wings and head of an eagle, and eagle's talons as its front feet. The griffin was considered the king of all creatures, symbolizing strength and nobility.
In Renaissance Woodcut monsters like this one from the 17th century book Monstrorum Historia by Ulisse Aldrovandi, the griffin is depicted as a guardian of treasure and priceless possessions. With its regal appearance and mythical status, it has captivated imaginations for centuries.
Ulisse Aldrovandi, known as the founder of modern Natural History, created intricate engravings that showcased his deep understanding of anatomy. This particular image showcases his attention to detail in capturing both the beauty and ferocity of this fantastical creature.
The combination of elements from two powerful animals - lions and eagles - creates a truly unique being that continues to inspire art, literature, and imagination to this day. This print serves as a reminder of the rich history behind mythical creatures like Gryphis (Griffin) and their enduring appeal in our culture.
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