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The Red Shoes, fairy story by Hans Christian Andersen, c1880
The Red Shoes, fairy story by Hans Christian Andersen, c1880. Karen in her magic red shoes, unable to stop and hear what the angel says because the shoes compel her to dance and dance
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Andersen Chromolithograph Fairy Story Fairy Tale Hans Christian Hans Christian Andersen Helpless Moral Shoe Shoes Ann Ronan Pictures Compulsion
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step into the enchanting world of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of 'The Red Shoes, c1880.' This captivating image, featuring Karen in her magic red shoes that compel her to dance against her will as an angel implores her to listen, is a beautiful addition to any home or office. With stunning detail and vivid colors, this print brings the timeless story to life. Experience the magic and wonder of Andersen's beloved tale every day with this exquisite poster print from Heritage Images.
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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The Red Shoes - A Captivating Tale of Compulsion and Consequence
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. In this enchanting chromolithograph print from the late 19th century, we witness a pivotal moment in Hans Christian Andersen's beloved fairy story, "The Red Shoes". The captivating image depicts Karen, a young girl adorned in a vibrant red dress and her magical red shoes. However, these seemingly innocent footwear hold an irresistible power over her. As the angel attempts to convey an important message to Karen, she finds herself unable to stop dancing. The shoes compel her to move and twirl with unyielding fervor. In this poignant scene captured by Danish artist Unknown, we are reminded of the moral lesson embedded within Andersen's tale – the consequences that arise when one succumbs to their desires without considering the potential harm they may cause. This print serves as both a visual feast for the eyes and a thought-provoking representation of human vulnerability. It transports us back to 19th-century Denmark, where literature thrived as an art form capable of conveying profound concepts through imaginative storytelling. Through its vivid colors and intricate details, this artwork invites us into a world where magic intertwines with reality. It reminds us of our own capacity for both wonderment and folly. As we gaze upon Karen's helpless dance under the spellbinding influence of those crimson shoes, we cannot help but reflect on our own struggles against temptation and compulsion. Indeed, this mesmerizing print captures not only the essence of Anderson's timeless fairy tale but
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