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Mirmillo, c. 1653 (etching) (b / w photo)
XJF275578 Mirmillo, c.1653 (etching) (b/w photo) by Perrier, Francois (Bourguignon) (1590-1650) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mirmillo Deficiens in Hortis Ludovisianis; statue of the gladiator Mirmillo in the gardens of Villa Ludovisi; erroneously called Mirmillo; celebrated copy of Hellenistic statue discovered in Rome at Villa Ludovisi c.1600 and now known The Dying Gladiator and on display in Rome in the Capitoline Museum; from a book illustrating the principal classical statues in Rome Segmenta Nobilium Signorum et Statuarum ; Galata Morente; Dying Gaul; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12791633
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Classical Sculpture Muscular Pathos Roman Statue
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Mirmillo, a renowned etching by Francois Perrier. The artwork depicts a powerful male gladiator standing proudly with his sword in hand, set against the backdrop of a classical Roman garden. The statue of the Mirmillo, erroneously named after the gladiator it represents, is actually a celebrated copy of an ancient Hellenistic sculpture known as The Dying Gladiator. The intense muscularity and wounded expression on the face of this magnificent statue evoke a sense of pathos and vulnerability. It is evident that Perrier has skillfully captured every intricate detail of this classical masterpiece through his etching technique. Displayed in Rome's Capitoline Museum today, The Dying Gladiator continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty and tragic narrative. This photograph allows us to appreciate not only the grandeur of this iconic sculpture but also provides us with a glimpse into its serene surroundings within Villa Ludovisi's gardens. With its combination of strength and vulnerability, this image serves as a reminder that even in moments of defeat or suffering, there can be great beauty found within human resilience. It invites us to reflect upon our own struggles while marveling at the enduring power and artistry inherent in classical sculptures like the Mirmillo.
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