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Fine Art Print : Design for an Andiron, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
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Design for an Andiron, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Design for an Andiron, 18th century
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Media ID 36210775
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Andiron Appliance Black Ink Brown Ink Dog Iron Domestic Domestic Appliance Firedog Household Household Appliance Lion Red Chalk Laid Paper Pen And Ink Drawing
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Add an air of elegant sophistication to your home decor with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning design for an 18th century Andiron, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the intricate detail and timeless beauty of historical art. The unknown creator's mastery of ornate scrollwork and geometric patterns is sure to captivate and inspire. Bring a piece of the past into your present and elevate your interior design with this captivating Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 18th century design for an andiron, created by an unknown artist, showcases the intricate details and ornate decoration typical of the period. Andirons are decorative metal supports for holding logs in open hearth fires, and this design features the elegant forms of a lion and a dog, likely symbolizing strength and protection. The drawing is executed in pen with brown and black ink, with subtle accents of red chalk, on ivory laid paper. The use of chalk adds texture and depth to the design, enhancing the intricacy of the lines and the contrast between the dark and light areas. The andiron design is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the 18th century, a time when domestic appliances were not only functional but also works of art. This piece, with its bold lines and intricate details, would have graced the hearths of the most elegant homes in Spain or other European countries. The drawing is now part of the vast collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, where it is displayed as a reminder of the artistic and historical significance of the past. The image, with its timeless appeal, continues to inspire and captivate viewers, transporting them to a bygone era of elegance and refinement.
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