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Minoan Art. La Parisienne or the Minoan Lady
Minoan Art. La Parisienne or the Minoan Lady with the sacral knot at the back of the neck that seems to indicate that she is a priestess or even a goddess. The fresco uses the black colour for emphasizing the form of the eyes and red for the lips. It dates from the Neopalatial period, ca. 1400 B.C. The Herakleion Archaeological Museum. Crete
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1400 Archaeological Cretan Crete Eyes Fragment Fresco Goddess Headdress Heraklion Knossos Knot Lips Minoan Neck Parisienne Polychrome Priestess 15th Sacral
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into the ancient world with our exquisite Minoan Art Metal Prints, featuring the enchanting image of "La Parisienne" or the Minoan Lady. This captivating piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details and timeless beauty of Minoan art. With its distinctive sacral knot at the back of the neck, this image suggests the revered status of the woman depicted, possibly a priestess or even a goddess. Elevate your home or office décor with this stunning, museum-quality metal print, a unique blend of history and artistry that will transport you to the heart of the Minoan civilization.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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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This Minoan Art print, titled "La Parisienne or the Minoan Lady," showcases the enigmatic beauty and spiritual depth of the Minoan civilization. The lady's profile is depicted in a polychrome fresco, dating back to the Neopalatial period, around 1400 B.C. Discovered in Crete, this ancient artwork is now housed in the Herakleion Archaeological Museum in Knossos. The Minoan Lady's striking features are emphasized by the contrasting use of black and red pigments. The black color intensifies the form of her eyes, while the red hue accentuates her full, expressive lips. Her intricately braided hair is adorned with a sacral knot at the back of her neck, suggesting that she may have been a priestess or even a goddess in the Minoan pantheon. The delicate, fragmented lines and the subtle shading of the painting reveal the advanced artistic skills of the Minoan artists. The profile view, with its elongated features and elegant headdress, is reminiscent of the iconic "Woman of Knossos" and other Minoan portraits. This Minoan Art print, with its rich history and intriguing symbolism, invites us to explore the mysteries of the ancient Cretan civilization and to appreciate the artistic achievements of the Neopalatial period. The enduring allure of the Minoan Lady continues to captivate and inspire us, bridging the gap between the past and the present.
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