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Poster Print : Columbine and Harlequin. Creator: Jean Moyreau (French, 1690-1762)
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Columbine and Harlequin. Creator: Jean Moyreau (French, 1690-1762)
Columbine and Harlequin. Arabesques (decorations with curves and tendrils inspired by plant forms) were in vogue in 18th-century France. Watteau (1684-1721) produced arabesques for the ornamentation of walls, paneling, furniture, and ceilings. He depicted popular motifs, such as the elegant courtship in an idyllic outdoor setting pictured in The Gallant, shown nearby, or as in Columbine and Harlequin, two characters from productions of the Commedia dellarte, an Italian comic theater. Watteau launched a trend for the exotic scenes found on imported Chinese porcelains and lacquer ware about 1707. The parasol in The Gallant, and the Asian face that smiles down from the top of Columbine and Harlequin, are examples of chinoiserie, the playful imitation of Chinese art
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring a touch of 18th-century French elegance to your home or office with our exquisite Columbine and Harlequin Poster Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. These beautiful prints, inspired by the artwork of Jean Moyreau (French, 1690-1762), showcase the timeless charm of Columbine and Harlequin amidst intricate arabesque designs. Arabesque decorations, with their curves and tendrils inspired by plant forms, were all the rage in 18th-century France. Each print is produced by Heritage Art/Heritage Images, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add these stunning works of art to your walls and transport yourself to a bygone era of beauty and refinement.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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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This print showcases the artistic brilliance of Jean Moyreau, a renowned French creator from the 18th century. Titled "Columbine and Harlequin" this piece beautifully captures the essence of arabesques, which were highly fashionable during that era in France. Arabesques are decorative elements inspired by intricate plant forms, often used to adorn walls, furniture, and ceilings. Influenced by Watteau's work, Moyreau depicts two beloved characters from the Commedia dell'arte - Columbine and Harlequin - in an idyllic outdoor setting. The Commedia dell'arte was an Italian comic theater known for its lively performances filled with humor and improvisation. Watteau himself played a significant role in introducing exotic scenes found on imported Chinese porcelains and lacquer ware to France around 1707. This trend is evident in this artwork through the presence of chinoiserie elements such as the parasol featured in another painting titled "The Gallant" nearby. As we admire this etching created by Jean Moyreau, we can appreciate his skillful execution and attention to detail. The delicate lines bring life to each character while showcasing their playful interactions within a whimsical backdrop. This remarkable piece is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection and serves as a testament to both French artistry during the 18th century and Moyreau's talent as an artist capturing moments from theatrical history with finesse.
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