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A giclée print on 200gsm matte fine art paper, using a twelve-colour process for accurate, fade-resistant colour. Supplied unframed, delivered flat or rolled.
Study for 'The Ascension of Christ' - Edward Burne-Jones
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A watercolour study by Edward Burne-Jones for a stained-glass window design depicting 'The Ascension of Christ'. This piece showcases the artist's delicate lines, luminous colours, and spiritual themes, making it a refined addition to any interior.
This watercolour study by Sir Edward Burne-Jones depicts 'The Ascension of Christ' (Acts I, 1-9), and served as a preparatory work for a stained-glass window design. Burne-Jones, a key figure in the British Aesthetic Movement, was deeply influenced by medieval art and the Pre-Raphaelites, and this piece exemplifies his interest in spiritual themes and decorative beauty. The composition is divided into two registers: the upper portion shows Christ ascending amidst a host of angels, rendered in ethereal blues and golds. Below, the apostles and Virgin Mary gaze upwards, their faces filled with awe and wonder. The delicate lines and luminous colours characteristic of Burne-Jones's watercolour technique are evident throughout. The artist's attention to detail, particularly in the drapery and facial expressions, imbues the scene with a sense of reverence and emotional depth. As a fine art print, this work brings a touch of spiritual elegance and historical significance to any interior. Its serene palette and graceful figures make it a perfect addition to a living room, study, or hallway, inviting contemplation and adding a refined aesthetic to your home.
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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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Study for 'The Ascension of Christ' - Edward Burne-Jones
Regular price
From $29.00 USD
Sale price
From $29.00 USD
Regular price
Fine Art Poster / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / -
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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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 same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
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A deeper solid wood frame: 33mm deep with a 20mm face and Perspex glaze. The print sits unmounted for a clean gallery presentation. Black, white or natural.
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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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Stretched canvas set in a floating wood frame, our most substantial finish. Arrives ready to hang.
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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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