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The same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
The Merciful Knight - Edward Burne-Jones
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$220.00 NZD
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$220.00 NZD
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Archival giclée
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Description
Edward Burne-Jones's 'The Merciful Knight' captures a moment of profound humility and spiritual transformation. This Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece, with its rich colours and symbolic details, makes a striking and meaningful addition to any home.
Edward Burne-Jones's 'The Merciful Knight' is a compelling example of Pre-Raphaelite art, steeped in symbolism and medieval romanticism. Painted in 1863, the work depicts a knight kneeling before Christ on the cross, an act of profound humility and mercy. The scene is set within a carefully constructed space, featuring a wooden structure adorned with sculpted figures, a woven fence, and a glimpse of a verdant landscape beyond. The knight's polished armour contrasts with the raw, exposed figure of Christ, emphasising the spiritual transformation occurring in the knight's heart. The colour palette is rich and earthy, with deep greens, browns, and touches of red that evoke a sense of solemnity and reverence. As a fine art print, 'The Merciful Knight' brings a touch of historical depth and spiritual contemplation to any room. Its intricate details and symbolic weight make it a captivating piece for personal reflection, while its aesthetic beauty enhances the ambience of living rooms, studies, or hallways. The artwork serves as a reminder of compassion and the transformative power of faith, rendered in the exquisite detail characteristic of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.
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Because every print is made to order, we don't offer change-of-mind returns, refunds or exchanges. If your order arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we'll replace it free of charge — just contact us within 48 hours of delivery. See our refunds page for full details.
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Manufacturing
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
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- 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
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- 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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The Merciful Knight - 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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Canvas
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Hand-stretched canvas with neat gallery-wrapped edges, giving the artwork surface texture and depth. Arrives ready to hang.
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