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Boreas abducting Oreithyia, 1822
PWI83543 Boreas abducting Oreithyia, 1822 by Lancrenon, Joseph Ferdinand (1794-1874); Musee Girodet, Montargis, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23350442
© Peter Willi / Bridgeman Images
Boree Enlevement North Wind Rapt Winged
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Experience the captivating allure of ancient mythology with our exquisite Framed Prints featuring "Boreas abducting Oreithyia," an 1822 masterpiece by renowned artist Joseph Ferdinand Lacrenon (PWI83543). Witness the thrilling moment as the God of the North Wind, Boreas, sweeps Oreithyia off her feet in this breathtaking work of art, now available in our Media Storehouse collection. Embrace the timeless beauty of this fine art piece and elevate your home decor with a touch of history and culture.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we are transported to the world of Greek mythology as depicted by Joseph Ferdinand Lancrenon in 1822. The artwork titled "Boreas abducting Oreithyia" beautifully captures a moment filled with drama and emotion. The image portrays Boreas, the personification of the north wind, forcefully sweeping away Oreithyia, a mortal princess. With his wings spread wide and his muscular physique on display, Boreas exudes power and strength. Meanwhile, Oreithyia appears both startled and helpless in his grasp. Lancrenon's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke. The artist skillfully renders the delicate features of Oreithyia's face as she gazes back at her captor with fear-stricken eyes. Her vulnerability is further emphasized by her nudity - a symbol of her innocence stripped away. The composition is masterfully balanced with soft lighting highlighting their figures against a dark background. Lancrenon's use of color adds depth and dimension to the painting, enhancing its overall impact. This print invites us to contemplate themes such as desire, power dynamics, and fate that have fascinated artists throughout history. It serves as a reminder that even within mythological tales lies an exploration of human nature itself. As we admire this remarkable piece from Peter Willi's collection at Musee Girodet in Montargis, France, we are reminded once again why fine art continues to inspire and provoke thought centuries after its
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