Premium Framed Print : Puccini / Fanciulla / Cover
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Puccini / Fanciulla / Cover
Minnie, the heroine, framed by a lasso - Puccini based his opera on Belascos play
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Media ID 605583
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Based Cow Boy De L Heroine Lasso Minnie Opera Puccini Fanciulla
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to the early 20th century as it depicts the iconic heroine Minnie from Giacomo Puccini's opera "La Fanciulla del West" (The Girl of the Golden West). The image, set against the backdrop of the American Old West, captures Minnie in a moment of introspection as she is framed by a lasso. Puccini's opera, which premiered in 1911, was based on the play "Fanciulla del West" by David Belasco. Minnie, portrayed in this image with her distinctive wide-brimmed hat, is a unique heroine for the opera world. She is a mining camp proprietor and a sharpshooter, who falls in love with the outlaw Dick Johnson. The lasso in the image symbolizes Minnie's strength, independence, and her role as a frontier woman. Belasco's play, which premiered in 1905, was a huge success on Broadway, and Puccini was drawn to its dramatic storyline and rich characters. The opera, with its memorable arias and powerful orchestration, remains a favorite among opera lovers to this day. This print offers a glimpse into the historical context of Puccini's groundbreaking opera, providing a fascinating insight into the world of early 20th-century opera and the American West. The image is a testament to the enduring appeal of "La Fanciulla del West," which continues to captivate audiences with its compelling storytelling and memorable music.
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