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Wall painting from the Casa del Poeta Tragico
Trompe l oeil wall painting with vignettes, skirting, cornice, column, and mask from the House of the Tragic Poet, Casa del Poeta Tragico, Pompeii, excavated 1828. Handcoloured lithograph by Berth after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras, Ornamente aller klassischen Kunst-Epochen, Reimer, Berlin, 1834
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Aller Casa Eras Fresco Klassischen Kunst Epochen Loeil Mural Ornament Ornamente Pompeii Tragic Trompe Wilhelm Zahn Poeta
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the enchanting world of ancient Rome with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a stunning trompe l'oeil wall painting from the Casa del Poeta Tragico in Pompeii, these cards transport you to the heart of the Roman Empire. Discover intricate vignettes, skirting, cornices, columns, and masks, all meticulously excavated in 1828. Add a touch of history and elegance to your correspondence with these captivating greeting cards, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online.
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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1. Title: "A Glance into the Past: The Tragic Poet's House - A Trompe l'Oeil Masterpiece from Pompeii" This evocative handcoloured lithograph showcases a captivating wall painting from the Casa del Poeta Tragico, or House of the Tragic Poet, in Pompeii. Excavated in 1828, this ancient Roman residence is renowned for its intricate trompe l'oeil decorations, which skillfully blend realistic representations of three-dimensional objects with the two-dimensional surface of the wall. The central focus of this image is a tragic poet, depicted in deep contemplation, surrounded by various vignettes, skirting, cornice, column, and a mask. The poet's melancholic expression and the somber atmosphere of the room add to the overall sense of introspection and artistic creativity. This exquisite piece is an excellent representation of the Ornament of All Classical Art Eras, as illustrated by Wilhelm Zahn in his renowned publication, Ornamente aller klassischen Kunst-Epochen, published in Berlin in 1834. Zahn's meticulous drawings and the handcoloured lithograph by Berth serve to preserve and share the beauty and intricacy of ancient Roman decorative arts with future generations. The Casa del Poeta Tragico is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Pompeii and the Roman civilization. This trompe l'oeil masterpiece continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike, showcasing the enduring allure of classical art and the intricate craftsmanship of the past. This image offers a unique glimpse into the history of art and the intricacies of ancient Roman decoration, providing a fascinating window into the lives and artistic sensibilities of the people who once inhabited this remarkable city.
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