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Poster Print : An Allegory with Venus and Time, ca 1756. Creator: Tiepolo, Giambattista (1696-1770)
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An Allegory with Venus and Time, ca 1756. Creator: Tiepolo, Giambattista (1696-1770)
An Allegory with Venus and Time, ca 1756. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London
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Barock Death Symbols Eternity Futility Giambattista 1696 1770 Life And Death Memento Mori National Gallery Tiepolo Time Transience Truth Vain Vanitas Vanity Venetian School Venus
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the timeless beauty of art with our exquisite poster prints featuring Tiepolo's masterpiece, "An Allegory with Venus and Time." Dated back to 1756, this iconic painting from the National Gallery, London, showcases the artistic brilliance of Giambattista Tiepolo. The allegorical image of Venus and Time encapsulates the fleeting nature of beauty and the inexorable passage of time. Bring this stunning work of art into your home or office and elevate your space with a touch of history and elegance. Our high-quality poster prints are made to last, ensuring that you can enjoy the captivating details of Tiepolo's masterpiece for years to come.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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An Allegory with Venus and Time,
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a breathtaking oil on canvas painting by the Italian Baroque master Giambattista Tiepolo, dates back to approximately 1756 and is now a cherished addition to the National Gallery's collection in London. This exquisite artwork invites viewers to ponder the transient nature of life and the inevitability of death through the compelling narrative of Venus and Time. Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, is depicted in the painting with her radiant figure, symbolizing the fleeting pleasures and passions of life. She is shown reclining on a sumptuous couch, surrounded by an abundance of earthly delights, including fruit, flowers, and a mirror reflecting her captivating image. These symbols of worldly beauty and pleasure serve to highlight their ephemeral nature. In stark contrast to Venus, Time is portrayed as an elderly, bearded man, holding an hourglass and a scythe. He stands above Venus, reminding her of the inexorable passage of time and the eventuality of death. The hourglass symbolizes the finite nature of life, while the scythe is a traditional symbol of death. The painting is rich in allegorical and literary references, drawing from the Baroque tradition of Memento Mori and Vanitas art. These themes serve as a poignant reminder of the futility of pursuing worldly pleasures and the importance of contemplating the truths of life and death. Tiepolo's masterful use of light and color, combined with his dynamic composition, creates a visually stunning and thought-provoking work of art. An Allegory with Venus and Time invites viewers to reflect on the transience of life and the importance of embracing the truths of eternity. This painting is a testament to Tiepolo's skill as a painter and his deep understanding of the human condition.
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