Fine Art Print : Viardot in Sapho-Gounod
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Viardot in Sapho-Gounod
The 1st Act. Pauline Viardot- Garcia as Sapho, M.Gaymard as Phaon, M.Bremond as Pytheas and M.Marie as Alcee, performing at the Theatre de L Opera. Date: 1851
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1851 Chorus Garcia Gounod Lopera Opera Palms Pauline Sapho Performing Viardot
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of 19th-century opera with this exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse. Featuring Pauline Viardot-Garcia in the title role of Sapho in the production of Sapho by Victorien Sardou and Michael Carré, with music by Charles Gounod. This evocative image, taken from the Theatre de l'Opéra in 1851, captures Viardot-Garcia's mesmerizing performance as the tragic heroine, surrounded by the enchanting presence of M. Gaymard as Phaon, M. Bremond as Pytheas, and M. Marie as Alcee. Immerse yourself in the rich history of opera and the timeless beauty of the human voice with this stunning fine art print from Media Storehouse, brought to you through our partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online.
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
_A Moment of Passionate Revelry: Pauline Viardot-Garcia as Sapho in the First Act of Sapho by Gounod (1851)_ This image transports us back to the hallowed halls of the Palais Garnier, Paris, where the Theatre de l'Opéra once stood, to witness a performance of the passionate and dramatic one-act opera, Sapho, by Charles Gounod. The year is 1851, and the inimitable Pauline Viardot-Garcia graces the stage as the titular character, the enigmatic Sapho, a priestess of Aphrodite, torn between her love for the sailor Phaon, portrayed by M. Gaymard, and her sacred vows. The crowd, a sea of elegantly dressed Parisians, eagerly awaits the unfolding of this tale of love, sacrifice, and the power of the human heart. The chorus, clad in vibrant costumes, adds to the rich, textured atmosphere of the production. The men, including M. Bremond as Pytheas and M. Marie as Alcee, stand in awe of the magnetic presence of Sapho, their eyes fixed upon the stage. Viardot-Garcia, with her expressive face and powerful voice, delivers a riveting performance, her every emotion etched upon her visage. The intensity of her portrayal is palpable, as she holds a palm leaf, a symbol of her devotion, in one hand and reaches out to Phaon with the other. The moment is charged with emotion, as the audience hangs on to every note, every gesture. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of opera and the extraordinary artistry of Pauline Viardot-Garcia, whose performances continue to captivate and inspire audiences to this day._
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