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Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble)
3615936 Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble) by Carpeaux, Jean-Baptiste (1827-75); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The Pisan traitor Count Ugolino della Gherardesca, his sons Gaddo and Uguccione and grandsons Nino (surnamed " the Brigand" ) and Anselmuccio were imprisoned 1288 by the Ghibellines in the Muda tower and left to die of starvation.
Dantes Inferno canto XXXIII )
Media ID 24677634
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Captive Count Dante Desperate Desperation Divine Comedy Hunger Hungry Inferno Naturalism Naturalistic Nobleman Pisa Prisoners Realism Realistic Romanticism Second Empire Starvation Starving Suffering Della Gherardesca Dying Nobles Pisan
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your mailbox with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of greeting cards. Featuring the intricately detailed masterpiece, "Detail of Ugolino and His Sons" by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, these cards bring the beauty of Fine Art right to your doorstep. This stunning image, taken from the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, captures the emotional depth and masterful craftsmanship of Carpeaux's sculpture. Whether expressing love, appreciation, or condolences, these cards are the perfect way to add a thoughtful and artistic touch to your messages. Impress your loved ones with a piece of art history in every mailbox delivery.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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 showcases a mesmerizing detail of Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux's sculpture, "Ugolino and His Sons". Created between 1865-67, this masterpiece is carved from Saint-Beat marble and can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The sculpture depicts the tragic tale of Count Ugolino della Gherardesca, a Pisan traitor who was imprisoned with his sons and grandsons in the Muda tower. Left to starve by their enemies, this haunting scene captures their desperate state as they suffer from hunger and despair. Carpeaux's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this artwork. The naturalistic portrayal of these noble prisoners showcases both their physical suffering and emotional turmoil. The realism captured in the stone carving brings forth an overwhelming sense of empathy for these unfortunate souls. Drawing inspiration from Dante's Inferno, Carpeaux skillfully conveys the anguish experienced by Ugolino and his family through his masterful sculpting techniques. This piece exemplifies the artist's ability to blend elements of French Romanticism with Italian Renaissance influences. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded not only of the power that art holds but also how it can convey profound human emotions. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst great suffering, there is beauty to be found within artistic expression.
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