Fine Art Print : The five senses, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
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The five senses, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
The five senses, late 18th-early 19th century. Depiction of sight, sound, taste, smell and touch: looking through a monocle, listening to a pocket watch, smelling perfume, tasting food, and, (rather creepily), touching an arm
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Media ID 18776066
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Ears Eating Eyes Eyesight Feeling Fingers Hand Hands Hearing Licking Lips Listening Nose Perfume Senses Sight Smell Smelling Sound Taste Tasting Touch Touching Vision
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This mesmerizing 18th-19th century artwork, sourced from Heritage Images, beautifully illustrates the five essential senses: sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch. Delight in the intrigue of a monocle-wearing figure representing sight, the rhythmic ticking of a pocket watch symbolizing sound, the allure of a fragrant perfume bottle signifying smell, the pleasure of savoring a delectable morsel for taste, and the gentle touch of a hand exploring various textures. Add this timeless masterpiece to your home or office to evoke a sense of wonder and appreciation for the rich history of art and human experience.
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 40.6cm x 48.1cm (16" x 18.9")
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.
The Five Senses - A Glimpse into the Late 18th-Early 19th Century
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, created by an unknown artist during the late 18th to early 19th century, offers a fascinating depiction of the five senses. In this enchanting composition, we are invited to explore sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch through various intriguing elements. The sense of sight is symbolized by a gentleman peering intently through a monocle. His focused gaze suggests a world filled with curiosity and observation. Meanwhile, the sense of sound is represented by an individual attentively listening to the ticking rhythm of a pocket watch. The rhythmic beats seemingly transport us back in time. Moving on to taste and smell; we encounter a lady delicately savoring food while simultaneously being enveloped in the alluring fragrance of perfume. These sensory experiences evoke images of lavish banquets and opulent gatherings where indulgence was celebrated. Lastly, our attention is drawn towards touch - an aspect that takes on an eerie undertone within this artwork. We witness someone reaching out to touch another person's arm in what appears to be an unsettling manner. This peculiar gesture adds depth and mystery to our exploration of human connection through tactile perception. As we delve into this remarkable piece from centuries past, it serves as a reminder that our senses have always been integral parts of human existence - shaping our understanding and interaction with the world around us.
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