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Photographic Print : Girl with Bullfinch in a Cage, 1766. Creator: Per Krafft the Elder
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Girl with Bullfinch in a Cage, 1766. Creator: Per Krafft the Elder
Girl with Bullfinch in a Cage, 1766
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this exquisite 18th-century masterpiece from Per Krafft the Elder's Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image titled "Girl with Bullfinch in a Cage," painted in 1766, showcases a young girl tenderly reaching out to touch a beautiful bullfinch perched inside an ornate cage. The intricate details of the girl's elegant attire and the finely crafted cage transport you to an era of grace and elegance. Add this timeless artwork to your home decor and bring a touch of history and charm to your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" 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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Per Krafft the Elder's captivating oil painting, "Girl with Bullfinch in a Cage" (1766), invites us into the world of 18th century childhood. The young girl, dressed in a vibrant head dress and headdress, tenderly cradles a bullfinch in one hand, while holding the cage with the other. The delicate, intricately designed cage, adorned with colorful ribbons and flowers, contrasts sharply with the stark reality of confining the beautiful bird. This poignant image raises questions about the concept of cruelty to animals during this era, as bullfinches were popular pets and often kept in cages for entertainment. The painting, now housed at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, is a testament to the complex relationship between humans and animals during the eighteenth century. Per Krafft the Elder, a renowned Swedish painter, masterfully captures the essence of both the girl and the bullfinch. The girl's expression is one of wonder and delight, while the bullfinch, with its bright plumage and piercing gaze, exudes a sense of freedom and longing. The painting is a powerful reminder of the delicate balance between beauty and cruelty, and the enduring impact of our connection to nature. The passerine, or bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula), is a common European bird, and its presence in this painting adds to the rich heritage of Swedish art. The oil on canvas painting, "Girl with Bullfinch in a Cage," is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, animal portraits, or the complexities of human-animal relationships.
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