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Pygmalion and the Image: The Hand Refrains - Edward Burne-Jones
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$220.00 NZD
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$220.00 NZD
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Description
Edward Burne-Jones's 'Pygmalion and the Image: The Hand Refrains' captures the sculptor's moment of awe as his creation comes to life. This fine art print brings classical beauty and Pre-Raphaelite elegance to any space.
Sir Edward Burne-Jones's 'Pygmalion and the Image: The Hand Refrains' (1878) is the second painting in the Pygmalion series, a set of four canvases exploring the classical myth of Pygmalion, the sculptor who falls in love with his own creation. This particular scene captures a moment of hesitation and contemplation. Pygmalion, draped in flowing robes of deep blue and rose, stands beside his newly completed sculpture, a nude female figure brought to life by Aphrodite. His expression is one of both awe and apprehension, his hand raised to his mouth in a gesture of quiet wonder. The statue, bathed in soft light, gazes downwards, seemingly aware of her newfound existence. The painting's composition is carefully balanced, with the cool tones of Pygmalion contrasting with the warm flesh tones of the statue. The architectural setting, rendered in muted colours, provides a sense of depth and classical grandeur. Burne-Jones's meticulous attention to detail and his masterful use of colour create a dreamlike atmosphere, characteristic of the Aesthetic movement. This print offers a chance to bring a touch of Pre-Raphaelite beauty and classical mythology into your home. Its serene palette and thoughtful subject matter make it a perfect addition to a living room, study, or bedroom, inviting contemplation and sparking conversation.
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Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
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Specific Features
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- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
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- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Pygmalion and the Image: The Hand Refrains - Edward Burne-Jones
Regular price
From $130.00 NZD
Sale price
From $130.00 NZD
Regular price
Fine Art Framed / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / Black frame
Artist Biography
Edward Burne Jones
Edward Burne-Jones, a leading light of the second wave of the Pre-Raphaelite movement, conjured worlds of myth and legend on canvas. Born in Birmingham, he initially intended to enter the clergy, but his encounter with the art and writings of John Ruskin and Dante Gabriel Rossetti at Oxford sparked a lifelong devotion to art. Burne-Jones's aesthetic, characterised by elongated figures, ethereal beauty, and a dreamlike atmosphere, offered an escape from the industrial realities of Victorian England.
Though closely associated with Rossetti, Burne-Jones forged his own distinct path, drawing inspiration from Arthurian romances, classical mythology, and the burgeoning Symbolist movement. His works, such as 'The Beguiling of Merlin' and 'King Cophetua and the Beggar Maid', are not mere illustrations but rather explorations of complex emotional states and timeless human dramas. He embraced decorative arts, designing stained glass, tapestries, and mosaics, believing in the unity of art and life.
Burne-Jones's influence extended far beyond his own lifetime. His emphasis on beauty, imagination, and the evocative power of art paved the way for the Aesthetic movement and later Symbolist painters. Collecting a Burne-Jones print allows one to bring a touch of medieval romance and ethereal beauty into the everyday, a reminder of the power of art to transport and transform.
Though closely associated with Rossetti, Burne-Jones forged his own distinct path, drawing inspiration from Arthurian romances, classical mythology, and the burgeoning Symbolist movement. His works, such as 'The Beguiling of Merlin' and 'King Cophetua and the Beggar Maid', are not mere illustrations but rather explorations of complex emotional states and timeless human dramas. He embraced decorative arts, designing stained glass, tapestries, and mosaics, believing in the unity of art and life.
Burne-Jones's influence extended far beyond his own lifetime. His emphasis on beauty, imagination, and the evocative power of art paved the way for the Aesthetic movement and later Symbolist painters. Collecting a Burne-Jones print allows one to bring a touch of medieval romance and ethereal beauty into the everyday, a reminder of the power of art to transport and transform.
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