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Arcadian Shepherds, c. 1655 (oil on canvas)
5242276 Arcadian Shepherds, c.1655 (oil on canvas) by Castiglione, Giovanni Benedetto (Il Grechetto) (1609-64); 110.5x109.5 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Two Arcadian shepherds with coarse features discover a tomb inscribed with the words Temporalis ternitas, alluding to the brevity or frailty of human life.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23608712
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17th Arcadia Crumbling Memento Mori Ruined Seashell Seventeenth Shepherds Symbolism Vanitas Vanitas Vanitatum Vanity Brevity Mortality
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Old Master art into your home with Media Storehouse's range of poster prints. This exquisite reproduction showcases "Arcadian Shepherds" by Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione, also known as Il Grechetto. Painted in 1655, this oil on canvas masterpiece depicts idyllic shepherds in an Arcadian landscape, evoking a sense of peace and tranquility. Add this stunning work of art to your walls and enjoy its captivating details and vibrant colors every day.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
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 Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione's masterpiece, "Arcadian Shepherds" painted around 1655. The oil on canvas painting, measuring 110.5x109.5 cm, is housed in the prestigious J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA. The artwork depicts two Arcadian shepherds with rugged features stumbling upon a tomb adorned with an inscription that reads "Temporalis ternitas". This phrase alludes to the fleeting and fragile nature of human life. The painting beautifully captures the essence of Baroque symbolism and classical allegory prevalent during the seventeenth century. In this scene, amidst crumbling ruins and ancient artifacts such as armor and books, the shepherds are confronted by their own mortality. A sense of transience permeates through the composition as a seashell rests on a table alongside musical instruments and a statue. Castiglione masterfully conveys both vanity and brevity through his meticulous attention to detail. Every element within this piece serves as a memento mori - a reminder of our inevitable fate. With its rich symbolism and profound message about the fragility of existence, "Arcadian Shepherds" stands as an enduring testament to Castiglione's artistic genius. This print from Bridgeman Images allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate this Italian masterpiece without any copyright restrictions or commercial implications.
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