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Poster Print : Danae, c. 1623. Creator: Orazio Gentileschi (Italian, 1563-1639)
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Danae, c. 1623. Creator: Orazio Gentileschi (Italian, 1563-1639)
Danae, c. 1623. Danaes father feared a prophecy that his grandson would kill him, so he imprisoned his daughter to protect her from suitors. Yet Jupiter, king of the gods, fell in love with Danae, and he came to her in the form of gold streaming from the sky. Gentileschi adopted Caravaggios method of painting directly from models, pulled to the front of the picture plane, which gives the painting a startling, tangible quality. However, the graceful way he handled paint and human gestures lends the work a poetic quality unique to the artist
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the captivating allure of Old Master art with our exquisite poster print of Danae, a masterpiece by Orazio Gentileschi from 1623. This iconic work showcases the legendary Greek heroine, bathed in golden light as the god Jupiter descends from the heavens to fulfill his amorous desire. The intricate brushstrokes and rich colors bring Gentileschi's masterful interpretation of the myth to life. Adorn your walls with this stunning work of art and transport yourself to the world of mythology and romance.
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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The captivating print of "Danae" by Orazio Gentileschi transports us back to the 17th century, immersing us in a tale of love and imprisonment. The painting depicts Danae, a beautiful maiden imprisoned by her father due to a prophecy that foretold his demise at the hands of his own grandson. However, fate had other plans for Danae when Jupiter, king of the gods, fell madly in love with her. Gentileschi's artistic genius shines through as he skillfully adopted Caravaggio's technique of painting directly from models. This approach brings an astonishing realism to the artwork, making it almost tangible before our eyes. Yet amidst this startling quality lies an ethereal beauty unique to Gentileschi himself – evident in the graceful brushstrokes and delicate human gestures portrayed on canvas. This Italian masterpiece showcases not only Gentileschi's talent but also highlights Italy's rich heritage art scene during the 17th century. Painted using oil on canvas, "Danae" is a testament to Gentileschi's ability to capture both physicality and emotion within his works. Preserved by The Cleveland Museum of Art, this print allows us to appreciate and admire one of history's most renowned artists without commercial intent or affiliation. Heritage Art/Heritage Images has graciously shared this piece with us so we can delve into its narrative and marvel at its artistic brilliance.
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