Poster Print : Meyerbeer / Phrenologie
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Meyerbeer / Phrenologie
GIACOMO MEYERBEER German composer of Italian operas as a young man
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1791 1864 Composer Giacomo Meyerbeer Operas Wavy
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Bring the intriguing world of 19th-century music and science to your walls with our stunning Meyerbeer / Phrenology poster print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a young Giacomo Meyerbeer, the renowned German composer of Italian operas, undergoing a phrenology reading. Phrenology, a popular pseudoscientific belief during Meyerbeer's time, claimed that the shape of the skull reflected an individual's character and abilities. Add this unique and thought-provoking print to your collection and ignite conversations about the intersection of art, science, and history in your home or office."
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Meyerbeer, the German-Italian Composer: A Young Man's Portrait with a Phrenological Perspective" This photograph captures the enigmatic and youthful face of Giacomo Meyerbeer, a German composer renowned for his Italian operas, in the year 1864. Born on February 17, 1791, in Detmold, Germany, Meyerbeer's musical genius was evident from an early age. His wavy, dark hair frames a face filled with intensity and focus, hinting at the brilliance that would later come to define his career. The photograph, a testament to the historical significance of this musical prodigy, is further intriguing due to the presence of a phrenological map on the background. Phrenology, a pseudoscience popular during the 19th century, claimed that the shape and size of the skull could reveal a person's character and intellectual abilities. This map, with its various bumps and indentations, would have been used to analyze Meyerbeer's skull, offering an insight into the supposed aspects of his personality. Meyerbeer's impact on the world of opera is undeniable. His works, which include "Robert le Diable," "Les Huguenots," and "L'Africaine," have left an indelible mark on the genre. This photograph, therefore, not only serves as a visual representation of a young, ambitious composer but also as a reminder of the historical context in which he lived and worked. As we gaze upon Meyerbeer's introspective expression, we are transported back in time, allowing us to appreciate the complexities of this extraordinary man and his contributions to the world of music. This photograph, a beautiful fusion of history and art, is a must-have for any collection dedicated to the annals of musical history.
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