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Dante and Virgil by William Bouguereau - Academic Art Print (Framed 8″×10″)
Dante and Virgil by William Bouguereau - Academic Art Print (Framed 8″×10″)
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Step into the dramatic depths of the Inferno with William-Adolphe Bouguereau's masterpiece, "Dante and Virgil." This powerful 19th-century painting captures a raw, unforgettable moment from literature, rendered with breathtaking technical skill. More than just a depiction of a classic story, this is a visceral piece of art history that commands attention and sparks conversation.
Intense & Dramatic: The painting's dynamic composition and masterful use of light and shadow create a scene of unparalleled dramatic tension.
Rich, Dark Tones: A palette of deep reds, shadowy blacks, and stark, pale flesh tones makes for a visually stunning and emotionally charged statement piece.
Historical Depth: Own a piece of literary and art history, depicting a famous scene from Dante Alighieri's Inferno as envisioned by a master of the Academic style.
Exceptional Detail: Bouguereau’s meticulous attention to anatomy and expression brings the visceral struggle and the horror of the onlookers to vivid life.
Perfect For: This print is ideal for a study, library, or a living room with a bold, eclectic, or gothic decor theme. It makes an unforgettable gift for lovers of classic literature, dark academia, and dramatic art history.
Did You Know? Though now celebrated, "Dante and Virgil" was Bouguereau's third attempt to win the prestigious Prix de Rome art prize. He created this shocking and violent scene, a departure from his usually serene subjects, to finally capture the judges' attention and prove the breadth of his talent—and it worked.
Product Specifications:
- Art Style: Academicism, Neoclassicism
- Subject: Mythology, Literature, History Painting
- Color Palette: Red, Black, Umber, Pale Flesh Tones, Deep Shadows
- Mood: Dramatic, Intense, Dark, Violent, Energetic
- Era: 19th Century
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Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
- Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
- Paper weight: 189 g/m²
- Lightweight
- Acrylite front protector
- Hanging hardware included
- Blank product components in the US sourced from Japan and the US
- Blank product components in the EU sourced from Japan and Latvia
How to attach hooks on 24″ × 36″ horizontal frames:
Place each of the mounting hooks 1 inch (2.5 cm) from frame corners when hanging horizontally.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
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