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Poster Print : Winterhalter - La Siesta K080017
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Winterhalter - La Siesta K080017
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. " La Siesta", 1841, by Franz Xaver WINTERHALTER (1805-73). Painting purchased by English Heritage in 2008 with help from The Art Fund and the Island Friends of Royal Osborne. Queen Victoria originally bought the painting in 1841 for her dressing room and wrote in her journal " To-day I got from Paris a beautiful picture by Winterhalter which I had ordered. It is quite small, representing a " Siesta", three lovely Italian girls, with one of them asleep."
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 1439407
© Historic England
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the exquisite artwork "La Siesta" by Franz Xaver Winterhalter. This iconic painting, acquired by English Heritage in 2008 with the assistance of The Art Fund, is now available as a stunning poster print. Captured by the Historic England Photo Library, this image brings the beauty and tranquility of Osborne House on the Isle of Wight right into your home. Add a touch of history and artistry to your walls with this elegant and timeless poster print from Media Storehouse.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the exquisite painting "La Siesta" by Franz Xaver Winterhalter, housed in Osborne House on the enchanting Isle of Wight. Acquired by English Heritage in 2008 with generous support from The Art Fund and the Island Friends of Royal Osborne, this masterpiece holds a significant place in history. Originally purchased by Queen Victoria herself in 1841 for her personal dressing room, she expressed her delight in her journal entry: "To-day I got from Paris a beautiful picture by Winterhalter which I had ordered. It is quite small, representing a 'Siesta', three lovely Italian girls, with one of them asleep". Winterhalter's attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of tranquility are evident in this remarkable artwork. The scene depicts three graceful Italian girls indulging in an afternoon nap during their siesta. Their serene expressions and delicate features transport viewers into a world of serenity and relaxation. The print allows us to appreciate not only the artistic brilliance but also the historical significance behind this treasured piece. Through its acquisition by English Heritage, it has become accessible for all to admire and cherish. Immerse yourself in Victorian elegance as you gaze upon this extraordinary depiction of leisurely repose that continues to captivate audiences today.
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