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Premium Framed Print : The Death of Adonis, 1544. Creator: Jean Mignon
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The Death of Adonis, 1544. Creator: Jean Mignon
The Death of Adonis, 1544. After Luca Penni
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Media ID 20570773
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Adonis Bow And Arrow Cupid Frame Jean Jean Mignon Luca Luca Penni Lucar Penni Mannerism Mannerist Metropolitan Museu Mignon Jean Penni Penni Luca Penni Romanus Romanus Greek Mythology Mignon
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Caption: "The Death of Adonis, 1544 - A Captivating Mannerist Depiction by Jean Mignon". This print showcases the remarkable artwork titled "The Death of Adonis" created in 1544 by French artist Jean Mignon. Inspired by Luca Penni's original masterpiece, this etching beautifully captures the essence of Greek mythology and the tragic demise of Adonis. In this scene, we witness a group of men and women gathered around the lifeless body of Adonis, mourning his untimely death. The intricate details and delicate shading bring forth a sense of sorrow and grief that permeates through every line on this oval-shaped frame. Mignon's mastery lies in his ability to portray emotions through bodies frozen in time. The viewer is drawn into the intense atmosphere as Cupid stands nearby with bow and arrow, symbolizing love lost forever. War rages on in the background, reminding us that even gods are not immune to mortal suffering. As we delve deeper into this artwork's concept, it becomes evident that Mignon was influenced by mannerism—a style characterized by elongated figures and exaggerated poses—to convey heightened drama. Through his unique interpretation, he pays homage to both Roman mythology and French heritage art. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum (the Met), this stunning piece invites contemplation on themes such as mortality, love, war, and human vulnerability—an eternal reminder that beauty can be found even within tragedy. "
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