Fine Art Print : Tosca and Scarpio
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Tosca and Scarpio
Tosca with Scarpia - she suspects his intentions, and with reason
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Intentions Opera Puccini Reason Suspects Tosca Scarpia
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the dramatic passion of Puccini's Tosca to life with our exquisite fine art print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image of Floria Tosca (Soprano) and Scarpia (Baron) captures the tension and intrigue of their fateful encounter. With Mary Evans Prints Online, you can own a piece of opera history, beautifully printed on premium quality paper. Perfect for your home or office, this fine art print is a must-have for any art lover or opera enthusiast.
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.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Tosca's Suspicion: A Dramatic Encounter between Tosca and Scarpia in Puccini's Opera Masterpiece (1903) This evocative photograph captures the intense moment of suspicion and fear in the eyes of Floria Tosca, as she confronts the menacing and manipulative Baron Scarpia in Giacomo Puccini's renowned opera, "Tosca." Set in Rome during the late 18th century, the opera tells the tragic tale of the passionate singer Tosca, who is torn between her love for the painter Cavaradossi and her fear of the corrupt Chief of Police, Scarpia. In this image, Tosca, portrayed by the legendary soprano Nellie Melba, is shown with her hands on her hips, her face contorted with anger and suspicion, as she confronts Scarpia, played by the baritone Victor Maurel. The background of the photograph reveals the dimly lit and ominous setting of Scarpia's lair, with its grand fireplace, ornate furnishings, and dark, heavy curtains. Tosca's suspicions are well-founded, as Scarpia has already ordered Cavaradossi's arrest on trumped-up charges, and has set his sights on Tosca herself. In this scene, Scarpia attempts to seduce Tosca in order to gain her trust and ultimately, her surrender. However, Tosca's fierce determination and unwavering loyalty to Cavaradossi fuel her resolve to resist Scarpia's advances, leading to a dramatic and fateful confrontation. This photograph, taken in 1903, captures the raw emotion and tension of Puccini's masterpiece, as Tosca's suspicion and fear collide with Scarpia's manipulation and power. The image serves as a testament to the enduring power of opera to transport us to another time and place, and to explore the complexities of human emotion and desire.
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