Fine Art Print : South American ceramics
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South American ceramics
Items of material culture from South America. Distinctive ceramic bowls and drinking vessels, sporting fierce mask faces and anthropomorphic forms. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard
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Media ID 4447091
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Anthropology Anthropomorphic Artefacts Bowl Fierce Figures Form Forms Mask Raymond Sheppard Tribal Vessels
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty and rich cultural heritage of South America with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring a stunning watercolor painting by Raymond Sheppard from Mary Evans Prints Online. These exquisite prints showcase a collection of distinctive ceramics, each adorned with intricate mask faces and anthropomorphic forms that reflect the unique artistic traditions of the region. Add these vibrant and evocative pieces to your home or office to infuse it with a sense of history, character, and artistic flair.
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 50.8cm (16" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This watercolor painting by renowned British artist Raymond Sheppard showcases a vibrant collection of South American ceramics, a rich and diverse material culture that has captivated scholars and collectors for centuries. The ceramics depicted in this painting are representative of the intricate and distinctive artistic traditions that emerged from various indigenous communities across South America. The central focus of the painting are the bold and expressive ceramic vessels, adorned with fierce mask faces and anthropomorphic forms. These ceramics, often used for drinking and other ritualistic purposes, were not only functional objects but also deeply symbolic expressions of the beliefs and values of the indigenous peoples who created them. The mask faces, with their intense and expressive features, are believed to represent various deities, ancestors, or other spiritual beings. The anthropomorphic forms, meanwhile, reflect the deep connection between these communities and the natural world. The intricate designs and patterns on the ceramics are often inspired by the flora and fauna of the region, further emphasizing this connection. This painting is a testament to the rich and complex history of South American ceramics, which can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the Moche, Nazca, and Inca. The ceramics depicted in this painting are not only beautiful works of art but also valuable ethnographic artifacts that provide valuable insights into the history, culture, and spirituality of the indigenous peoples of South America. Raymond Sheppard's masterful watercolor painting brings these ancient ceramics to life, capturing their intricate details, bold colors, and expressive forms. This painting is not only a visual feast for the eyes but also a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the rich and complex world of South American ceramics and the indigenous communities that created them.
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