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Fine Art Print : Serpents, Fly Agarics and Thistles, mid-17th century. Creator: Paolo Porpora
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Serpents, Fly Agarics and Thistles, mid-17th century. Creator: Paolo Porpora
Serpents, Fly Agarics and Thistles, mid-17th century
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the enchanting world of Baroque art with our exquisite offering from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This captivating masterpiece, titled "Serpents, Fly Agarics and Thistles," is a breathtaking creation by the renowned Italian artist Paolo Porpora from the mid-17th century. This evocative work of art showcases the beauty and mystery of nature, with serpents entwined around vibrant fly agaric mushrooms and thistles. Porpora's masterful use of color and intricate detailing transport you to another time and place, making this print an exquisite addition to any home or office space. Embrace the allure of the past with this stunning piece of art history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.5cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 exquisite mid-17th century oil painting by Paolo Porpora, titled "Serpents, Fly Agarics and Thistles," showcases the rich and intricate beauty of the natural world. The Italian artist, also known as Paolo dei Fiori or Paoluccio, masterfully captures the essence of decay and the passage of time in this still life composition. At the center of the painting, a vibrant red Fly Agaric mushroom, or Amanita muscaria, takes pride of place. Surrounding it are various insects, including butterflies and snails, drawn in intricate detail. The artist's use of color and contrast is striking, with the bright red of the mushroom and the deep greens of the thistles and serpents creating a visually captivating scene. The painting also features several serpents and thistles, adding an element of danger and intrigue to the composition. The serpents, with their decayed and rotten appearance, contrast sharply with the vibrant colors of the other elements in the painting, highlighting the duality of nature. This painting, now housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, is a testament to the artistic heritage of the 17th century. Paolo Porpora's skillful use of oil on canvas brings the still life to life, inviting the viewer to explore the intricacies of the natural world and the beauty of decay.
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