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Fine Art Print : A Norwegian countryman encounters spirits of the dead in the marshes Date: 1879
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A Norwegian countryman encounters spirits of the dead in the marshes Date: 1879
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1879 Apparitions Countryman Dead Encounters Ghosts Marshes Norwegian Paranormal
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the mystical world of 19th-century Norway with this captivating fine art print, "A Norwegian countryman encounters spirits of the dead in the marshes" (Date: 1879). This evocative work, rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a hauntingly beautiful landscape where the boundary between the living and the dead seems to blur. The ethereal spirits, their ghostly forms illuminated by the flickering lantern, beckon the curious countryman, inviting him on a journey beyond the veil. This exquisitely detailed print, with its rich colors and atmospheric depth, is a mesmerizing addition to any art collection, evoking a sense of wonder and mystery that transcends time.
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 40.6cm x 47.2cm (16" x 18.6")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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In this hauntingly beautiful print from 1879, we see a Norwegian countryman standing in the misty marshes, surrounded by ethereal apparitions of the dead. The atmosphere is eerie and otherworldly, as if time has stood still in this mystical encounter.
The countryman's expression is one of both fear and wonder as he comes face to face with these ghostly figures from another realm. The spirits seem to be reaching out to him, their presence palpable yet intangible at the same time.
This image captures a moment steeped in tradition and folklore, where the veil between the living and the dead is thin. It speaks to a belief in the supernatural that has been passed down through generations in Norway, where encounters with ghosts are not uncommon.
As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, we are reminded of our own mortality and the mysteries that lie beyond our understanding. The marshes hold secrets untold, and it is up to us whether we choose to embrace or fear what lies within.
Through this photo print, we are transported back to a time when superstition reigned supreme and the paranormal was an accepted part of everyday life. It serves as a reminder that there is more to this world than meets the eye, waiting for those brave enough to explore its depths.
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