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Antique Print of the Giants Attempting to Scale Heaven, 1733

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Antique print titled 'Les Géans ou les Titans (..)'. This print depicts the Giants attempting to Scale Heaven by piling mountains upon one another. Giants were the children of Gaia or Gaea, who was fertilized by the blood of Uranus, after Uranus was castrated by his son Cronus. To challenge the Olympian gods the Giants Otus and Ephialtes hoped to reach the top of Mount Olympus by stacking the mountain ranges of Thessaly, Pelion, and Ossa, on top of each other. This print originates from 'Tafereel, of Beschryving van den prachtigen Tempel der Zang-Godinnen' by B. Picart. Artists and Engravers: Published by H. Chatelain, Amsterdam. Condition: Very good, please study image carefully. Date: 1733 Overall size: 29 x 44 cm. Image size: 25 x 35 cm. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)Width: 11.42 in (29 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1733
  • Condition:
    Condition: Very good, please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BGI-003951stDibs: LU3054329581642
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