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Poster Print : Marguerite holding her dead child, c1846. Creator: Ary Scheffer
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Marguerite holding her dead child, c1846. Creator: Ary Scheffer
Marguerite holding her dead child, c1846
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the profound depth of emotion in Ary Scheffer's timeless masterpiece, "Marguerite holding her dead child, c1846." This exquisite poster print, from the Media Storehouse collection, showcases the renowned artist's captivating use of light and shadow to convey the heart-wrenching story of love, loss, and sorrow. Originally created in 1846, this iconic image continues to resonate with viewers, making it a must-have addition to any art enthusiast's collection. Immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of this classic work of art, expertly reproduced in high-quality detail for your home or office.
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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A haunting tableau of grief and despair, this poignant oil painting by Ary Scheffer captures the moment of unimaginable loss for Marguerite, as she cradles the lifeless body of her infant child. The year is 1846, and the setting is the Dutch countryside, where the sun casts a melancholic glow over the scene. The child, dressed in a simple white garment, appears to be at peace, while Marguerite, a young woman in a semi-dress, is consumed by anguish and sorrow. The painting is believed to be inspired by the classic German literature of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, specifically the Faust legend, where the character Mephistopheles, or the demon, is said to have taken the life of Marguerite's child as a cruel jest. The presence of the demon, or perhaps a phantom, is suggested by the ominous figure lurking in the background, watching the scene unfold with a sinister grin. This powerful work of art, now housed in the Musée de la Vie Romantique in Paris, is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring power of love. The painting's haunting beauty draws the viewer in, inviting reflection on the human condition and the eternal questions of life, death, and the afterlife.
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