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Framed Print : The Mona Lisa Smile by Fortunino Matania
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The Mona Lisa Smile by Fortunino Matania
Scene painted by Fortunino Matania depicting the reason behind the famous smile of Leonardo da Vincis Mona Lisa Da Vinci. employs a variety of musicians, clowns and monkeys to keep his model amused. Date: c. 1503-1506
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Amused Amusing Clowns Entertainers Leonardo Lisa Mona Musicians Painter Paintings Smile Vinci
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the enigma of the Mona Lisa to life with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Fortunino Matania's captivating interpretation of "The Mona Lisa Smile." In this stunning artwork from Mary Evans Prints Online, Matania masterfully depicts the scene believed to inspire Leonardo da Vinci's famous subject's enigmatic expression. Delight in the charming company of musicians, clowns, and monkeys as they entertain the Mona Lisa, adding an intriguing layer to the mystery of her enigmatic smile. Elevate your home or office decor with this beautiful, rights-managed art print, sure to spark conversation and inspire curiosity.
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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This print by Fortunino Matania, titled "The Mona Lisa Smile," offers a fascinating glimpse into the possible inspiration behind Leonardo da Vinci's renowned masterpiece, the Mona Lisa. Painted around the same time as the original Mona Lisa, between 1503 and 1506, Matania's scene presents a more playful and lighthearted interpretation of the subject. Da Vinci's Mona Lisa, with her enigmatic smile and mysterious expression, has puzzled art enthusiasts for centuries. Matania's painting, however, suggests that the reason for her enigmatic smile may have been the amusing company of musicians and clowns that entertained her during the sittings. The woman, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, sits serenely in the midst of the lively scene, her expression reflecting a hint of amusement. The presence of musicians and clowns in the painting is not a mere artistic whim, but rather a reflection of the common practice during the Renaissance period. Wealthy patrons would often commission artists to paint them with their entourage, including their entertainers, to showcase their status and wealth. Matania's painting offers a unique insight into the world of the Mona Lisa, providing a more humanizing and relatable interpretation of the iconic figure. Fortunino Matania's "The Mona Lisa Smile" is a captivating work of art that adds depth and intrigue to the story of one of the most famous paintings in history. The use of vibrant colors, lively characters, and intricate details bring the scene to life, transporting us back to the Renaissance period and offering a glimpse into the world of the Mona Lisa.
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