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Jigsaw Puzzle : Herodias Receiving the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1511. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
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Herodias Receiving the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1511. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
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Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Experience the intrigue and drama of Albrecht Dürer's iconic masterpiece, Herodias Receiving the Head of Saint John the Baptist (1511), with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This fine art puzzle, featuring an image from Fine Art Images/Heritage Images, invites you to piece together the detailed and vividly colored depiction of this biblical story. Immerse yourself in the rich history and artistic brilliance of Dürer's work as you bring this captivating puzzle to life.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Herodias Receiving the Head of Saint John the Baptist," a hauntingly beautiful and poignant woodcut by the renowned German artist Albrecht Dürer, captures a pivotal moment from the New Testament. Created in 1511, this masterpiece is a poignant depiction of the biblical story of Herodias, the daughter of Herodias, and the beheading of Saint John the Baptist. Dürer's intricate and detailed woodcut illustrates the moment of truth as Salome, the dance-obsessed daughter of Herodias, presents the severed head of John the Baptist to her mother. The image is filled with a sense of tension and drama, as Herodias, dressed in rich fabrics and adorned with jewels, receives the grisly offering with a mixture of triumph and revulsion. Herod, the king, is shown in the background, seemingly oblivious to the unfolding scene. The woodcut is a testament to Dürer's exceptional artistic skill and his ability to capture the emotional depth and complexity of the story. The use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, adds to the dramatic effect, creating a sense of depth and three-dimensionality. The intricate details, from the folds of Herodias' clothing to the veins on John the Baptist's severed head, are rendered with remarkable precision and realism. This masterpiece, a product of the Renaissance period, is a powerful reminder of the legends and mythologies that have shaped Western art and culture. It continues to captivate and inspire artists and viewers alike, offering a glimpse into the rich artistic heritage of Germany and the world.
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