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Poster Print : Chopines, Italian, 1550-1650. Creator: Unknown
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Chopines, Italian, 1550-1650. Creator: Unknown
Chopines, Italian, 1550-1650
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Media ID 20636283
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Attire Brooklyn Museum Cantilever Chopines Clog Clogs Material Patten Pattens Platform Shoes Platforms Shoe Shoes Womens Wear Womenswear
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Chopine Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring an enchanting image of Italian women gracefully wearing chopines - high wooden platforms worn on the feet during the Renaissance era, around 1550-1650. This captivating print, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the elegance and sophistication of the period, with the creator and their name lost to history. Add an air of old-world charm to your home or office with this beautiful and mysterious work of art.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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.
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This print showcases a pair of exquisite Chopines, an Italian footwear style that flourished between the 16th and 17th centuries. The creator of these remarkable shoes remains unknown, adding an air of mystery to their allure. These Chopines epitomize the fashion trends of their time, with their towering platforms and intricate decorative elements. Made from luxurious silk fabric and adorned with metal embellishments, they exemplify the opulence and grandeur associated with Renaissance Italy. The concept behind these chopines was not only aesthetic but also practical. Their elevated soles served as protection against muddy streets while symbolizing social status by elevating women above ground level. This unique combination of functionality and fashion makes them truly extraordinary. Now housed in the esteemed Brooklyn Museum, this artifact is a testament to our rich heritage art and offers a glimpse into the sartorial choices made centuries ago. Its vibrant colors have stood the test of time, showcasing both the skillful craftsmanship involved in its creation as well as its enduring beauty. As we admire this rare piece from history captured through photography, let us appreciate how it represents an era when clothing was not just utilitarian but also a form of self-expression. These chopines are indeed unusual yet fascinating relics that continue to inspire contemporary fashion designers worldwide.
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