Fine Art Print : Coryate & Courtesan
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Coryate & Courtesan
THOMAS CORYATE traveller and author, meeting Margarita Emiliana, described as a bella cortesana of Venetia Date: 1577? - 1617
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Media ID 14277968
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1617 Bella Courtesan Margarita Meeting Traveller Venetia
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This enchanting image, "Coryate & Courtesan," showcases the intriguing encounter between Thomas Coryate, a traveler and author, and Margarita Emiliana, a renowned Venetian courtesan, as depicted in this stunning print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Transport yourself back in time and adorn your walls with this timeless work of art, a beautiful blend of history and human emotion.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 31.9cm x 53.3cm (12.6" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 image depicts the intriguing encounter between the English traveler and author, Thomas Coryate (1577?-1617), and a Venetian courtesan, Margarita Emiliana, in the late 16th or early 17th century. Coryate, known for his extensive travels throughout Europe and the Middle East, documented his experiences in the influential book "Coryat's Crudities," published in 1611. In this evocative scene, Coryate, dressed in the fashionable attire of the day, engages in animated conversation with the elegant and alluring Margarita Emiliana, who is depicted as a 'bella cortesana' or beautiful courtesan. The courtesans of Venice were renowned for their intelligence, wit, and sophistication, making them popular figures among travelers and visitors to the city. The setting of the encounter is a luxurious indoor space, adorned with rich fabrics, ornate furnishings, and exotic objects, reflecting the opulence and decadence of Venetian high society. The artist masterfully captures the moment of connection between the two figures, as they share a moment of intimacy and exchange ideas, perhaps discussing the latest fashions, literary trends, or current events. This striking image offers a glimpse into the complex and fascinating world of early modern European society, where travel, culture, and the pursuit of knowledge intersected with the allure of beauty, pleasure, and the intrigues of the courtesan's world.
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