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A triumphal carriage with female reapers holding scythes
A triumphal carriage decorated with fruit and flowers from the harvest accompanied by female reapers (Schnitterinnen) holding scythes. A woman with a bushel of wheat sits on a throne. Part of the celebration of the birth of Freiderich, Duke of Wurttemberg. Taken from Delineation und Abbildung aller furstlichen Aufzug und Ritterspielen by Esaias von Hulsen, 1617. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages, Chez Collignon, Metz, 1810
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Media ID 23204134
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Aller Birth Bull Bushel Celebration Esaias Garland Harvest Horn Hulsen Musician Reapers Scythe Throne Triumphal Wheat Abbildung
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the harvest's bounty into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring a triumphal carriage adorned with lush fruit and flowers. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the beauty and abundance of the harvest season. Accompanying the carriage are female reapers, or Schnitterinnen, gracefully holding their scythes in a timeless display of tradition and celebration. Add this captivating poster to your decor and let the essence of the harvest season fill your space all year round.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image showcases a triumphal carriage procession in celebration of the birth of Friedrich, Duke of Wurttemberg, in the early 17th century. The carriage is adorned with an abundance of fruit and flowers from the harvest, symbolizing the bounty and prosperity of the land. Accompanying the carriage are female reapers, or Schnitterinnen, proudly holding their scythes aloft. The inclusion of these figures highlights the importance of agriculture and the harvest in the daily life of the community. Seated regally on a throne atop the carriage is a woman, her arms laden with a full bushel of wheat. Her position signifies the role of the Duchess as the embodiment of the successful harvest. The carriage is further embellished with garlands and other decorative elements, adding to the festive atmosphere. Surrounding the carriage are musicians playing various instruments, including a horn, adding to the lively and celebratory mood. The bull, a common symbol of strength and fertility, is also depicted in the scene, further emphasizing the connection between agriculture and the natural world. This hand-colored copperplate engraving is taken from "Delineation und Abbildung aller furstlichen Aufzug und Ritterspielen" by Esaias von Hulsen, published in 1617, and later included in "Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages" by Robert von Spalart in 1810. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the print offer a glimpse into the grandeur and opulence of the time, making it a valuable historical record of the celebrations and traditions of the past.
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