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Premium Framed Print : Apollo and Daphne, c. 1615-1620. Artist: Albani, Francesco (1578-1660)
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Apollo and Daphne, c. 1615-1620. Artist: Albani, Francesco (1578-1660)
Apollo and Daphne, c. 1615-1620. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris
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Media ID 15015718
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Albani Apollo Apollo And Daphne Bolognese School Daphne Dryad Francesco 1578 1660 Gods Louvre Nude Body Nymph Nymphs Oil On Copper Peneus Romance Greek Mythology
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 print showcases the masterpiece "Apollo and Daphne" by Francesco Albani, created between 1615-1620. Housed in the prestigious Louvre Museum in Paris, this painting transports us to ancient Italy, where romance and mythology intertwine. The scene depicts a pivotal moment from Greek mythology, as Apollo, the god of music and poetry, pursues Daphne, a nymph who has caught his eye. As their story unfolds before our eyes, we witness Daphne's desperate plea for escape from Apollo's advances. In her distress, she prays to her father Peneus for help. Albani skillfully captures the tension and drama of this mythological tale through his use of vibrant colors and intricate details. The lush landscape serves as a backdrop to this divine encounter while emphasizing the natural world that plays an integral role in Greek mythology. The artist's mastery is evident in every brushstroke as he portrays both Apollo's longing desire and Daphne's transformation into a laurel tree - an act granted by her father to protect her virtue. This allegorical representation explores themes of love, pursuit, sacrifice, and ultimately acceptance within Baroque art. As we gaze upon this exquisite print with its rich symbolism and delicate portrayal of nude bodies intertwined with nature itself; we are reminded once again why Albani remains one of Italy's most celebrated artists.
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