Canvas Print : Spirit Sacrifice to Wine
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Spirit Sacrifice to Wine
Man in drunken stupour, surrounded by bacchic cherubs, preferring earthly pleasures in another glass of wine to heavenly promise
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Media ID 4320290
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Bacchic Cherubs Concepts Drunken Earthly Heavenly Morals Pleasure Preferring Promises Surrounded
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Introducing the captivating 'Spirit Sacrifice to Wine' Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the enchanting artwork 'Spirit Sacrifice to Wine' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece showcases a man in a drunken stupor, lost in the moment as bacchic cherubs encourage him to indulge in earthly pleasures with another glass of wine. With its rich colors and intricate details, this canvas print adds a touch of ancient allure to any space, inviting you to savor the moment and indulge in the beauty 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print, titled "Spirit Sacrifice to Wine," showcases a man in a drunken stupor, surrounded by playful cherubs representing the god Bacchus. The man, with a glazed expression, clutches a glass of wine in one hand and reaches for another with the other, oblivious to the heavenly promise held out before him by an ethereal figure. The celestial being, with outstretched arms, offers a golden chalice filled with the elixir of eternal life and salvation. The historical context of this image dates back to ancient Roman and Greek mythology, where Bacchus, the god of wine, fertility, and revelry, was believed to inspire both ecstasy and madness. The contrast between the earthly pleasures of wine and the heavenly promise of salvation highlights the age-old struggle between the carnal desires of the human body and the spiritual longing of the soul. This image, with its rich symbolism and intricate details, invites us to contemplate the moral complexities of human nature. The man's preference for another glass of wine over the heavenly promise raises questions about the importance we place on earthly pleasures and the potential consequences of indulging in them to the detriment of our spiritual well-being. The cherubs, with their mischievous grins and playful antics, serve as a reminder of the fleeting nature of pleasure and the transient joys of the flesh. In summary, "Spirit Sacrifice to Wine" is a thought-provoking work of art that explores the timeless themes of pleasure, morality, and the human condition. Its historical significance and intricate details make it a valuable addition to any collection, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of human history and the complexities of the human experience.
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