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The Dead Abel (image 1 of 2), c.1840. Creator: Unknown
The Dead Abel (image 1 of 2), c.1840
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1840s Abel Book Of Genesis Genesis Lying Lying Down Old Testament
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" 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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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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The Dead Abel" is an enigmatic and haunting 19th century sculpture, believed to have been created around the 1840s. The identity of the artist remains a mystery, adding to the intrigue surrounding this evocative work of art. The bronze figure depicts a male figure, presumably Abel from the Old Testament of the Bible, lying lifeless and face down in the dirt. According to the biblical story, Abel was murdered by his brother Cain after offering a superior sacrifice to God. This poignant sculpture, now housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the consequences of jealousy and violence. The figure's expressionless face and outstretched arms create an air of melancholy and sorrow, while the worn and weathered surface of the bronze adds to the sense of age and history. The sculpture's dark color and somber subject matter are in stark contrast to the usual light and uplifting themes often associated with European art of the 19th century. The use of bronze as a medium further emphasizes the permanence and weight of the subject matter, adding to the overall impact of the work. The location of the sculpture in Italy, a country rich in artistic heritage, adds to its historical significance. The Dead Abel is a powerful reminder of the human condition and the enduring themes of death, religion, and the passage of time. Despite the unknown artist, this sculpture continues to captivate and inspire viewers, leaving a lasting impression on all who encounter it.
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