Fine Art Print : Greece / Eleusis / Salamis
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Greece / Eleusis / Salamis
Eleusis: sacred way from Athens to Eleusis, looking towards Salamis
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Media ID 612641
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of ancient Greece with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Eleusis: Sacred Way from Athens to Eleusis, Looking Towards Salamis," transports you back in time. The sacred way, flanked by olive trees, leads to the ancient city of Eleusis, with the shimmering waters of the Saronic Gulf and the distant silhouette of Salamis in the background. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original source, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring a piece of history and culture into your home or office with our stunning Fine Art Prints of Greece from Mary Evans Picture Library.
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 51.1cm x 35.5cm (20.1" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the sacred way leading from Athens to Eleusis, with the Aegean Sea and the island of Salamis in the distance. Taken in 1906, the image offers a glimpse into the rich history and cultural significance of ancient Greece. Eleusis, located about 25 kilometers west of Athens, was a major religious center in ancient Greece, renowned for its mysteries dedicated to Demeter and Persephone. The sacred way was the processional route that pilgrims took to reach Eleusis, where they would participate in the Eleusinian Mysteries, initiation rites believed to bestow blessings of fertility and rebirth. The photograph showcases the rugged terrain and natural beauty of the area, with the winding path leading the eye towards the shimmering waters of the Aegean Sea. In the distance, the silhouette of Salamis, an island with a storied past, adds to the sense of history and intrigue. Salamis was the site of a famous naval battle in 480 BC, where the Greeks defeated the Persians, ensuring the survival of Greek civilization. This photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of ancient Greece and its mythology. It invites us to imagine the pilgrims making their way to Eleusis, seeking enlightenment and renewal, as they were drawn to the sacred sites and the promise of a better future. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving historical sites and cultural traditions for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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