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America, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus
XIR30573 America, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus, 1750-53 (fresco) (see also 112348 and 168392) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Residenz, Wurzburg, Germany; (add.info.: largest fresco in the world; an apotheosis of Prince-Bishop Karl Philipp von Greiffenklau; ); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12840238
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring a touch of old-world elegance to your space with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This stunning artwork, "America, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus," is a masterpiece by the renowned artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. Captured from the Residenz in Germany, this fresco dates back to the 18th century and showcases the continent of America in all its grandeur. Add this timeless piece to your collection and let the beauty of Fine Art Finder's curated selection transform your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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This print showcases "America, one of the Four Continents from the ceiling of the Treppenhaus" in all its grandeur. Created by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo between 1750 and 1753, this fresco is a true masterpiece that can be found in the Residenz palace in Wurzburg, Germany. The sheer size and complexity of this artwork make it an awe-inspiring sight to behold. It is considered the largest fresco in the world and serves as an apotheosis of Prince-Bishop Karl Philipp von Greiffenklau. The attention to detail is remarkable, with every element meticulously painted to create a sense of depth and realism. In this particular section depicting America, Tiepolo captures various symbolic elements associated with the New World. A native Indian figure stands proudly at the center holding a bow while adorned with an elaborate headdress. Surrounding him are cornucopias overflowing with abundance, representing prosperity and fertility. Trompe l'oeil techniques are employed skillfully throughout this piece, creating illusory effects that deceive the viewer's eye into perceiving three-dimensional objects on a flat surface. One such example is a crocodile seemingly emerging from behind architectural elements. This print allows us to appreciate Tiepolo's genius even if we cannot witness it firsthand at Residenz palace. It offers us a glimpse into history and invites contemplation about art's ability to transcend time and space.
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