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A comet seen as horsemen with lances
5309975 A comet seen as horsemen with lances; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a comet seen as horsemen with lances in Basel, Switzerland. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38175280
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Basel Comet Earth Horsemen Lances Rhine River Space Woodcut Engraving Swissman
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with this captivating woodcut engraving depicting a comet seen as horsemen with lances in Basel, Switzerland. A unique piece of history brought to life through Fine Art Finder and available as a stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 47.5cm (20" x 18.7")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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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This woodcut engraving from the 16th century depicts a comet as horsemen with lances, a stunning and imaginative interpretation of celestial events. The intricate details in this artwork showcase the skill of the Swiss artist who created it in Basel, Switzerland.
The image shows horsemen riding through the sky, their lances pointed towards the heavens where a bright comet streaks across space. The scene is both awe-inspiring and mysterious, capturing the wonder and fear that comets often inspired in people during this time period.
The woodcut technique used to create this print adds a unique texture and depth to the illustration, giving it an almost three-dimensional quality. The contrast between the dark wood background and the lighter figures creates a dramatic effect that draws viewers into the scene.
As we gaze upon this historic artwork, we are reminded of humanity's fascination with astronomy and our attempts to understand our place in the universe. This piece serves as a reminder of how art has always been intertwined with science and exploration, inspiring us to look up at the stars with wonder and curiosity.
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