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Premium Framed Print : The Dwelling of the Ogre, 1870. Artist: Heliodore Joseph Pisan
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The Dwelling of the Ogre, 1870. Artist: Heliodore Joseph Pisan
The Dwelling of the Ogre, 1870. From The Fables of Jean de la Fontaine, by Walter Thornbury. [Cassell, Petter & Galpin, London and NY, 1870]
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Media ID 14980112
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Dore Fable Fables De La Fontaine Fontaine Gustave Gustave Dor Gustave Dore Illuminate Illuminated Illumination Jean De La Jean De La Fontaine Lit Up Louis Christophe Gustave Dore Ogre Paul Gustave Paul Gustave Dore Pisan Shining Skull Step Steps Thornbury Walter Walter Thornbury Illuminating
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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is a captivating print that transports us to the enchanting world of French literature. This monochrome image, illuminated with a soft light, showcases the artistic brilliance of Heliodore Joseph Pisan and his interpretation of Jean de la Fontaine's fables. In this scene, we see a lady standing on the steps of an old country house. The location exudes an air of mystery and intrigue as it is adorned with skulls and other macabre elements. The steps shine brightly in contrast to the dark surroundings, symbolizing enlightenment amidst darkness. Pisan's engraving skillfully captures the essence of La Fontaine's fable about an ogre's dwelling. The seventeenth-century setting adds a touch of historical richness to this artwork. As we gaze at this print, we are transported back in time to a period when storytelling was cherished and revered. The collaboration between Pisan and Walter Thornbury brings forth Gustave Doré's influence on their work. Doré was renowned for his illustrations that brought literature to life through intricate details and dramatic compositions. Through this print, we can appreciate how Pisan pays homage to Doré by incorporating similar techniques into his own style. This print from Heritage Images serves as both a visual delight and a reminder of the power that art holds in illuminating stories from centuries past. It invites us to delve deeper into French culture while appreciating the talent behind its creation.
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