Framed Prints
Framed Print of Statue of the Gaulish chieftain Vercingetorix, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Statue of the Gaulish chieftain Vercingetorix, 1865. It is in the last moment of despair that the artist who designed the colossal statue (M. Millet, of Paris) has sought to represent the Gallic chief. The statue has been ably reproduced in metal by M. Aubert...The very successful execution of this statue in cuivre repousse is calculated to bring about important changes in the art of sculpture, especially in its application to public monuments in the open air. The idea of this process, to which the name of chalcoglyphy has been given, originated about ten years since in the mind of M. Cusson, a working blacksmith at Montpellier (the subsequent instructor of M. Aubert), who has superseded the chisel by the hammer, and the marble by plates of copper, which he beats into the forms prescribed by his models. In these chalcoglyphic productions the copper, from its softness, can be transformed by the hammer into any shape, and in less than half the time required for the execution of works chiseled out of marble; the difference both in the cost of production and in the diminished weight of the statue or monument is very considerable'. From Illustrated London News, 1865. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Your chosen combination is quickly and professionally made to order, our shipping page has more details
If you are not entirely happy with your items, simply return them to us within 30 days for a replacement or full refund. Please read our full returns policy.
Media ID 38686515
Celtic Chief Of The Arverni Chieftan Copper Gallic Gaul Vercingetorix
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
Ready to Hang Contemporary Framed Prints adds style, protection, and a polished touch to your space - effortlessly.
Your artwork will be printed as shown in the preview. To adjust please select Edit Printed Image under the Buy button
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.8cm x 24.4cm (5" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
