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Greetings Card : Theodore Meets in the Wood the Spectre of His Ancestor Guido Cavalcanti, ca. 1783. Artist: Fussli (Fuseli), Johann Heinrich (1741-1825)
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Theodore Meets in the Wood the Spectre of His Ancestor Guido Cavalcanti, ca. 1783. Artist: Fussli (Fuseli), Johann Heinrich (1741-1825)
Theodore Meets in the Wood the Spectre of His Ancestor Guido Cavalcanti, ca. 1783. Found in the collection of the National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo
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Media ID 15011666
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Boccaccio Classicism Füssli Fuseli Johann Heinrich 1741 1825 Schwitzerland
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the captivating world of art with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This card features the hauntingly beautiful painting "Theodore Meets in the Wood the Spectre of His Ancestor Guido Cavalcanti," by the renowned artist Johann Heinrich Fuseli. Dated around 1783, this masterpiece from the National Museum of Western Art in Tokyo transports you to another era, where the past and present collide in a breathtaking display of artistry and storytelling. Send this card to a loved one and let the magic of Fuseli's masterpiece bring a touch of timeless beauty to their day.
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 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this painting titled "Theodore Meets in the Wood the Spectre of His Ancestor Guido Cavalcanti" created by Johann Heinrich Fussli in 1783, we are transported to a world where mythology and literature intertwine. The artist's mastery is evident as he skillfully captures the essence of classicism on canvas. The scene depicts Theodore, a character from Boccaccio's tales, encountering the ghostly figure of his ancestor, Guido Cavalcanti, deep within a mysterious woodland. The atmosphere is filled with an air of intrigue and suspense as Theodore confronts his ancestral past. Fuseli's use of oil paints brings life to every brushstroke, enhancing the ethereal quality of this allegorical composition. Through symbolism and rich detail, he seamlessly merges mythological elements with literary references. This masterpiece not only showcases Fuseli's technical brilliance but also serves as a testament to his profound understanding of storytelling through art. It invites viewers into a realm where imagination takes flight and emotions run deep. "Theodore Meets in the Wood the Spectre of His Ancestor Guido Cavalcanti" continues to captivate audiences today at the National Museum of Western Art in Tokyo. Its enduring presence reminds us that great works like these transcend time and continue to inspire generations with their beauty and narrative power.
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