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Framed Print : The Strife of Lent with Shrovetide, c. 1550, by Pieter Bruegh
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The Strife of Lent with Shrovetide, c. 1550, by Pieter Bruegh
Pieter Brueghel the Elder (c.1525-1569). Flemish painter. The Strife of Lent with Shrovetide, c.1550. National Museum of Denmark. Copenhagen. Denmark
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring the captivating world of Old Masters to your home with our exquisite range of Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This mesmerizing piece, "The Strife of Lent with Shrovetide," is a masterpiece by the renowned Flemish painter Pieter Brueghel the Elder, circa 1550. Depicting the lively contrast between the solemnity of Lent and the revelry of Shrovetide, this vivid and intricately detailed work of art is now available as a beautifully framed print. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, each print is meticulously produced to preserve the original's rich colors and textures, ensuring a stunning addition to any space. Embrace the allure of art history in your very own home with our Framed Prints of "The Strife of Lent with Shrovetide" by Pieter Brueghel the Elder.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Strife of Lent with Shrovetide,
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painted by Pieter Brueghel the Elder around 1550, is a striking and thought-provoking work of art that captures the contrasting spirit of two significant periods in the Christian calendar: Lent and Shrovetide. This masterpiece, currently housed in the National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen, Denmark, is a prime example of the Flemish artist's unique ability to depict allegorical scenes with a grotesque yet captivating sense of detail. In the foreground of the painting, we see the revelry of Shrovetide, with lanky, slender figures indulging in a wild and boisterous celebration. They dance, drink, and feast on rich, fatty foods, their cheeks full of laughter and their bellies distended with gluttony. In stark contrast, in the background, we find the somber and austere observance of Lent. Here, lean, obese figures, their skin stretched taut over their bones, endure acts of penance and self-denial. Brueghel's use of allegory in this painting is both modern and timeless. The contrast between the fat and the lean, the indulgent and the ascetic, is a biting commentary on the human condition, highlighting the duality of our nature and the constant struggle between excess and restraint. The painting's grotesque yet compelling depiction of the human form is a testament to Brueghel's mastery of the Renaissance style and his ability to capture the essence of the human experience. This painting, with its intricate details and thought-provoking themes, is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art or the exploration of the human condition. The National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen is fortunate to have this masterpiece in its collection, where it continues to inspire and intrigue visitors from around the world.
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