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A representation of April, 1757. Artist: Bernard de Montfaucon
A representation of April, 1757. A man dancing and playing music in front of a statue of Venus. A plate from Supplement au livre de L antiquite expliquee et representee en figures, Paris, 1757. Private Collection
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of vintage greeting cards. This April card features a captivating image from Bernard de Montfaucon's "Supplement au livre de L'antiquité expliquée et représentée en figures," published in Paris, 1757. Witness the joyful celebration of the month's arrival as a man dances and plays music before the timeless statue of Venus. Add a touch of history and elegance to your correspondence with this unique, museum-quality greeting card from Media Storehouse.
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, titled "A representation of April, 1757" takes us back to the elegant world of the 18th century. Created by artist Bernard de Montfaucon, this engraving is a plate from his renowned work Supplement au livre de L'antiquite expliquee et representee en figures. In this scene, we witness a man joyfully dancing and playing music in front of a statue of Venus. Standing tall in all her divine beauty, the goddess symbolizes love and beauty. The man's lively dance moves and melodious tunes bring life to the tranquil surroundings. Dressed in period attire with an intricately designed shirt and sandals on his feet, he represents the fashion trends of that era. The illustration showcases remarkable attention to detail as every element is meticulously engraved. The artist skillfully captures both religious symbolism and artistic expression through this allegorical depiction. As April signifies rebirth and rejuvenation, it seems fitting for our protagonist to celebrate amidst nature's awakening during this month. This rare piece belongs to a private collection but has been preserved over time for art enthusiasts like us to appreciate its historical significance. Through this monochrome print, we are transported into an enchanting world where music intertwines with dance under the watchful gaze of ancient gods - truly capturing the essence of 18th-century arts and culture.
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