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Canvas Print : Echo and Narcissus, ca 1627. Creator: Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665)
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Echo and Narcissus, ca 1627. Creator: Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665)
Echo and Narcissus, ca 1627. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris
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Echo Metamorphoses Musee Du Louvre Myth Narcissus Narkissos Nicolas 1594 1665 Ovid Poussin The Self Admirer Greek Mythology
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless beauty of art history into your home with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic masterpiece "Echo and Narcissus" by Nicolas Poussin, dated around 1627, these prints capture the captivating story of Echo, the nymph who loved Narcissus but was never reciprocated, and Narcissus, who fell in love with his own reflection. This exquisite work of art, found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre in Paris, is now available in a high-quality canvas print that brings the intricate details and vibrant colors to life. Add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room with this stunning piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Nicolas Poussin's captivating masterpiece, "Echo and Narcissus," painted around 1627, is a breathtaking representation of one of the most famous mythological tales from Greek mythology, as preserved in Ovid's "Metamorphoses." Housed in the esteemed collection of the Musee du Louvre in Paris, this exquisite oil on canvas painting brings the enchanting story to life with its intricate details and masterful use of light and shadow. At the heart of the painting lies the tragic tale of Narcissus, a handsome young man renowned for his beauty and self-admiration. Echo, a nymph who had fallen deeply in love with him, was heartbroken when he spurned her affections. In her despair, she wasted away, leaving only her voice behind. The desolate landscape in the painting reflects the sorrowful mood of the scene, with Echo depicted as a mere whisper of her former self, her body transformed into the rocks and trees around her. Narcissus, oblivious to the love that surrounds him, is shown gazing into the reflective waters of a pool, mesmerized by his own reflection. The contrast between his self-absorption and the tragic fate of Echo serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences of vanity and the fleeting nature of beauty. Poussin's masterful brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail bring this timeless myth to life, transporting us to a world of allegory, literature, and the Baroque aesthetic. This painting is a testament to Poussin's artistic prowess and his ability to capture the essence of a story that continues to captivate audiences centuries after it was first told.
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