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The fall of Phaeton
The fall of Phaeton. Found in the Collection of Museo Civico, Belluno
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Media ID 15038606
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Ancient Literature Metamorphoses Museo Civico Ovid Phaethon Phaeton Ricci Sebastiano 1659 1734 Venetian School Ancient Greek Belluno Greek Mythology
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty and mythological allure of ancient tales with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This mesmerizing masterpiece, "The Fall of Phaeton," depicts the legendary moment when the chariot driver Phaeton lost control of his father Helios' fiery chariot, causing chaos and destruction in the heavens. Hailing from the esteemed collection of Museo Civico in Belluno, this Heritage Image is a stunning testament to the timeless storytelling power of art. Bring the mythology and history into your home or office with our premium Fine Art Prints, expertly printed on high-quality paper for a vibrant and true-to-life representation of the original artwork.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.1cm x 50.8cm (14.2" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 print showcases "The fall of Phaeton" a mesmerizing painting found in the Collection of Museo Civico, Belluno, Italy. The artwork depicts a scene from Greek mythology, specifically from Ovid's Metamorphoses. Painted in the rococo style by Venetian artist Sebastiano Ricci (1659-1734), this oil on canvas masterpiece is an exquisite example of fine art. In ancient Greek mythology, Phaeton was the son of Helios, the sun god. Eager to prove his divine lineage, he begged his father to let him drive the sun chariot across the sky for one day. Reluctantly granting his wish, Helios warned Phaeton about the dangers and advised him to follow a specific path. However, consumed by pride and unable to control the fiery horses pulling the chariot, Phaeton lost control and plummeted towards Earth. Ricci's interpretation captures this tragic moment with remarkable detail and emotion. The dramatic composition portrays Phaeton desperately clinging onto reins as chaos unfolds around him – celestial bodies collide while gods and nymphs watch helplessly from above. "The fall of Phaeton" not only exemplifies Ricci's exceptional talent but also serves as an allegory for human ambition and its consequences when unchecked. This painting beautifully combines elements of ancient literature with artistic mastery to create a timeless piece that continues to captivate viewers today. As we admire this stunning print from Heritage Images, we
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