Framed Print : A Scaramouche
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A Scaramouche
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Media ID 4359142
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18"x14" Modern Frame
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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
A Scaramouche, 1795 This print, titled "A Scaramouche," offers a glimpse into the colorful and intriguing world of 18th-century European theater. The image, created in 1795, depicts a masked figure dressed as the iconic comic character Scaramouche, a stock character from the Commedia dell'Arte tradition. The Scaramouche was a mischievous and often grotesque character, known for his quick wit, agility, and ability to transform himself into various disguises. In the Commedia dell'Arte, Scaramouche was often the foil to the more serious and noble characters, providing comic relief and entertaining the audience with his antics. This print showcases the Scaramouche in all his glory, with his distinctive red nose, curly wig, and a menacing grin. He is depicted wearing a motley costume, complete with bells and a large, oversized hat, which further emphasizes his comic and grotesque nature. The background of the print is adorned with various theatrical props, including a harlequin's club and a crescent moon, adding to the overall theatricality of the image. The print is a testament to the enduring popularity of the Scaramouche character, who continued to captivate audiences well into the 19th century. It also offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century European theater, a time when live performances were a major form of entertainment and the Commedia dell'Arte tradition was at its height. This print is a valuable historical artifact, providing insights into the cultural and artistic sensibilities of the time. It is a reminder of the power of theater to transport us to another world, to make us laugh, and to entertain us in ways that continue to resonate with us today.
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