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Ancient Greek warriors with painted shields riding a biga
Ancient Greek warriors with painted shields riding a biga or two-horse chariot. Rear view of the car showing the two tiers. Guerrieri con Carri. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Angelo Monticelli from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Il Costume Antico e Moderno, Florence, 1842
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Antico Biga Danza Ferrario Giovanni Giulio Hamilton Moderno Peoples Shields Vase Warriors
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.
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Angelo Monticelli, taken from Giulio Ferrario's "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World" published in Florence in 1842, depicts Ancient Greek warriors riding in a biga, or two-horse chariot. The rear view of the chariot reveals its intricate design, with two tiers adorned with shields bearing vibrant painted decorations. The warriors, identified as Pyrrhicios, are dressed in traditional Ancient Greek attire, including helmets, breastplates, and greaves. Their shields, emblazoned with geometric patterns and mythological scenes, are a testament to the artistic skill and craftsmanship of the Ancient Greeks. The Pyrrhic dance, a martial and celebratory dance named after Pyrrhos of Elis, is depicted in this scene, with the warriors performing the pirrica or pyrrhic dance while riding their chariots. The dance was believed to bring victory in war and was often performed during religious and military festivals. The warriors' intense focus and determined expressions suggest their readiness for battle, while the dynamic poses of their horses and the swirling patterns of their shields add a sense of motion and energy to the image. This engraving is a rare and valuable historical document, providing a glimpse into the fashion, warfare, and cultural practices of Ancient Greece. Sir William Hamilton, a Scottish diplomat and collector, was among those who owned and appreciated such works of art and historical illustrations. The intricate details and rich colors of this engraving make it a stunning addition to any collection of Ancient Greek art or historical fashion.
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