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Poster Print : Demokritus in Meditation, 1650-51 (oil on canvas)
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Demokritus in Meditation, 1650-51 (oil on canvas)
XOS1249142 Demokritus in Meditation, 1650-51 (oil on canvas) by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); 344x214 cm; Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark; (add.info.: The ancient Greek Democritus discovered the atom by breaking a seashell
); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12717644
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Atoms Bones Contemplation Decay Sarcophagus Skulls Vanitas Mortality Thinking
20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the timeless wisdom of ancient philosopher Demokritus with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating artwork, created by Salvator Rosa around 1650-51, depicts Demokritus in deep meditation, captured in a striking oil on canvas painting from the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen. Bring the tranquility and philosophical depth of this masterpiece into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade poster print. Add an element of sophistication and culture to any space, and let the enigmatic gaze of Demokritus inspire your thoughts and imagination.
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 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Demokritus in Meditation, a captivating masterpiece by Salvator Rosa, takes us on a journey through time and intellect. This oil on canvas print, housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark, invites us to delve into the world of classical Greece and the profound musings of Democritus. In this thought-provoking composition, Rosa skillfully combines elements of vanitas still life with symbolism that reflects mortality and decay. The presence of skulls, bones, ruins, and even a sarcophagus serves as a reminder of our own transience. Yet amidst these reminders of death's inevitability lies an exploration of life's fundamental building blocks. Democritus himself is portrayed deep in contemplation; his face exudes wisdom gained from years spent pondering existence. It was he who discovered the atom by breaking a seashell—a groundbreaking revelation that forever changed our understanding of matter. Rosa's baroque style adds depth and richness to this painting while capturing the essence of ancient Greek philosophy. Through his masterful brushstrokes and attention to detail, he transports us back to an era where intellectual pursuits were revered above all else. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork captured beautifully by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com , we are reminded not only of Democritus' contributions but also how art has the power to transcend time and ignite our own contemplative journeys.
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