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Canvas Print : Design for a carpet or ceiling painting, c.1938. Creator: Leo Gestel
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Design for a carpet or ceiling painting, c.1938. Creator: Leo Gestel
Design for a carpet or ceiling painting, c.1938. Classical and maritime elements in an oval decorative edge, seahorses and angels
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Angels Aquatic Life Fish Fishes Gestel Leendert Gestel Leo Gouache Paint Gull Laridae Leendert Gestel Leo Gestel Lyre Sea Horse Sea Horses Seabird Seagull Seagulls Seahorse Seahorses Graphic Design Watercolour Paint
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring timeless elegance to your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This exquisite design, inspired by the work of renowned artist Leo Gestel from 1938, showcases a captivating fusion of classical and maritime elements. The intricate oval decorative edge, adorned with seahorses and angels, adds a touch of sophistication and charm to any room. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details of this iconic artwork. Transform your space into a gallery, and let the beauty of this design transport you to another era.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 image, titled "Design for a Carpet or Ceiling Painting, c.1938" by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, showcases a stunning fusion of classical and maritime elements. The intricate design, rendered in gouache paint and pencil on paper, boasts an oval decorative edge adorned with seahorses and angels. The celestial beings are depicted with outstretched wings, their faces serene and expressionless, while the seahorses, with their distinctive curved bodies and flowing tails, gracefully intertwine amongst the waves. The lower half of the composition is dominated by a lively array of aquatic life, including fish, seagulls, and other seabirds. The fish, depicted in various vibrant colors, dart amongst the intricate patterns of the design, adding a dynamic element to the otherwise static angels and seahorses. A lyre, a musical instrument often associated with the gods and goddesses of ancient mythology, is also present, further emphasizing the classical influence. Gestel's masterful use of color and line creates a harmonious balance between the various elements, resulting in a visually stunning work of art. The intricacy and attention to detail are reminiscent of the rich artistic heritage of the Netherlands, making this design a standout piece from the early 20th century, specifically the 1930s. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a renowned museum for Dutch art and cultural history, holds this exquisite work in its collection, a testament to its significance in the annals of European art.
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