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Photographic Print : Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c. 1555 (oil on canvas)
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Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c. 1555 (oil on canvas)
XIR3675 Landscape with the Fall of Icarus, c.1555 (oil on canvas) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 73.5x112 cm; Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels, Belgium; (add.info.: La Chute d Icare; Icare
In Greek mythology, Daedalus made his son Icarus wings using feathers stuck with bees wax. Ignoring his fathers warning, he flew too close to the sun and the wax melted. Icarus fell into the sea and drowned - his legs are thrashing in the sea just below the ship. ); Flemish, out of copyright
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Discover the timeless beauty of Pieter Bruegel the Elder's "Landscape with the Fall of Icarus," a masterpiece from the 16th century. This exquisite oil on canvas painting, brought to you by Bridgeman Images, captures the poignant moment when Icarus plunges into the sea, a tiny figure against the vast and intricately detailed landscape. Bring this iconic work of art into your home with a Media Storehouse Photographic Print. Our high-quality prints preserve every detail and color, ensuring a stunning addition to any room. Experience the magic of Bruegel's masterpiece like never before.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.8cm (11" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases Pieter the Elder Bruegel's masterpiece, "Landscape with the Fall of Icarus" painted in 1555. The oil on canvas artwork, measuring 73.5x112 cm, is housed at the Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique in Brussels, Belgium. The painting depicts a tragic moment from Greek mythology—the fall of Icarus. According to legend, Daedalus crafted wings for his son Icarus using feathers and beeswax. Disregarding his father's warning not to fly too close to the sun, Icarus soared higher and higher until the heat melted the wax holding his wings together. Helplessly plummeting into the sea below, only his thrashing legs remain visible just beneath a passing ship. Bruegel masterfully captures this mythological scene amidst a bustling landscape filled with various elements of daily life. From peasants plowing fields and shepherds tending their flocks to anglers casting their lines into tranquil waters—everyday activities continue unaware of Icarus' tragic fate. This Renaissance-era painting beautifully merges classical mythology with scenes depicting ordinary people going about their lives—a testament to Bruegel's skill as both an artist and storyteller. As we gaze upon this remarkable print by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com, we are reminded of how even within grand tales of gods and heroes lies a profound connection between humanity and nature—a timeless reminder that our
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