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Apollo and Daphne, c. 1743-44 (oil on canvas)
XIR287336 Apollo and Daphne, c.1743-44 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 96x79 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: changed into a laurel tree to escape; Apollon et Daphne; Metamorphoses; Ovide; ); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12801949
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" 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 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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This print showcases the masterpiece "Apollo and Daphne" by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, painted in 1743-44. The oil on canvas painting measures 96x79 cm and is currently housed at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The artwork depicts a poignant moment from Ovid's Metamorphoses, where Apollo, the god of music and poetry, falls deeply in love with Daphne, a nymph. However, as Apollo reaches out to embrace her, she transforms into a laurel tree to escape his advances. This tragic metamorphosis is beautifully captured by Tiepolo's skilled brushstrokes. In this image, we witness the raw emotions of both lovers - Apollo's desperation and longing contrasting with Daphne's sorrowful acceptance of her fate. The nudity symbolizes their vulnerability and exposes their true selves amidst this mythological tale. Tiepolo expertly portrays the theme of transformation through his masterful use of light and shadow. The vibrant colors bring life to every detail while conveying a sense of melancholy that permeates throughout the scene. As you gaze upon this remarkable print, let yourself be transported back in time to an era where gods mingled with mortals and love stories were eternally intertwined with sadness and change. Let it serve as a reminder that even within tragedy lies beauty waiting to be discovered.
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