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Two gentlemen composers in a music room before
Two gentlemen composers in a music room before a piano, 19th century. The portly man says, I d give three operas to have created your romance. Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites Scenes du Monde, Ce qu on dit et ce qu on pense, Gihaut Freres, Paris, 1829
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Bass Brothers Cello Composer Dandy Flattery Gabriel Gentlemen Gihaut Monde Petites Piano Portly Scheffer Stave Insincerity
10"x10" Photo Print
Add a touch of classical elegance to your home or office with Media Storehouse's range of Photographic Prints, featuring this enchanting 19th century image from Mary Evans Prints Online. 'Two gentlemen composers in a music room before' captures a moment of deep connection and inspiration between two brilliant minds. The portly composer, with a twinkle in his eye, reaches out to his companion, offering three operas for the privilege of creating their shared romance. This timeless image is perfect for music lovers, history enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to add a touch of history and sophistication to their space. Order your print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 23.8cm (10" x 9.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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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In this exquisitely hand-colored lithograph by the Gihaut brothers, we are transported back to the 19th century, where two gentlemen composers engage in a lively conversation before a grand piano. The room, adorned with ornate furnishings and an air of sophistication, sets the stage for a scene of artistic camaraderie. The portly composer, with a quill pen in hand and a stack of sheet music nearby, listens intently as his slender counterpart, holding a cello, speaks with animated gestures. The portly man's expression suggests a mixture of admiration and envy, as he exclaims, "I would give three operas to have created your romance." The scene is reminiscent of the popular series "Petites Scenes du Monde" by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer, published by the Gihaut Freres in Paris in 1829. The title of this particular print is not known, but it captures the essence of social life in the artistic world of the time. The composers' instruments, the piano and the cello, sit side by side, symbolizing the interplay of melody and harmony in their creative process. The stave and bass clef on the piano add to the visual representation of music, while the intricately designed room and the gentlemen's attire evoke an atmosphere of insincere flattery and artistic competition. This image invites us to ponder the beauty of music and the human connection it fosters, even amidst the insincerities and vanities of the social world. The Gihaut brothers' masterful hand-coloring technique brings the scene to life, offering a glimpse into the world of 19th-century composers and their artistic pursuits.
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