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Great Expectations: The Dickens Christmas Spirit by Matania
A Dickensian Christmas as imagined by the Italian-born artist, Fortunino Matania, who in his later career concentrated on historical genre subjects. This scene from the 1840s shows women in crinoline dresses arriving at a house. As they venture through a doorway, two gentlemen lie in wait, presumably to take advantage of the bunch of mistletoe hanging above. Date: 1937
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Media ID 14380951
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1840s Crinoline Crinolines Dickensian Expectations Feb16 Festive Fortunino Guests Jovial Matania Merry Mistletoe Welcoming
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the magic of a Dickensian Christmas with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Great Expectations: The Dickens Christmas Spirit" by Fortunino Matania. This captivating print, available through Media Storehouse in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online, invites you to step into the heart of the holiday season as imagined by the renowned Italian artist. Matania's masterful brushstrokes bring to life the classic Charles Dickens tale, evoking the warmth, wonder, and nostalgia of a bygone era. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and let the Dickens Christmas Spirit fill your home with timeless charm and elegance.
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 53.3cm x 33.7cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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Great Expectations: The Dickens Christmas Spirit" is a captivating and evocative image by the renowned Italian-born artist, Fortunino Matania. This masterpiece, created in 1937, invites us to step back in time to the heart of the 1840s, an era of Dickensian Christmas traditions and Victorian middle-class festivities. The scene unfolds before us as a group of elegantly dressed women, their crinoline skirts rustling softly against the winter air, approach a grand house. Their joyful expressions and the jovial atmosphere are palpable, as they prepare to enter the welcoming abode. But as they venture through the doorway, two gentleman, lying in wait, add an element of mischief and surprise. The mistletoe above them, a traditional symbol of love and good cheer, sets the stage for potential romantic encounters. Matania's brushstrokes bring this Dickensian Christmas scene to life, capturing the essence of the season's warmth, merriment, and the playful spirit of the 19th century. The artist's attention to detail, from the intricate patterns on the women's crinoline dresses to the festive decorations adorning the house, transports us to a bygone era. This image, titled "Great Expectations: The Dickens Christmas Spirit," is a testament to the enduring appeal of Dickens' stories and the timeless magic of the Christmas season. It serves as a reminder that, even in the midst of merriment and joviality, there is always a touch of the unexpected and the delightfully charming. Fortunino Matania's "Great Expectations: The Dickens Christmas Spirit" is a must-have for any Dickens or Victorian-era enthusiast, and a beautiful addition to any home or office. This image is not only a visual feast for the eyes but also a reminder of the rich history and traditions that continue to inspire us during the festive season.
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