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The Piping Shepherd
The Piping Shepherd. Palmer, Samuel 1805 - 1881
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Media ID 13100935
© National Museums NI / MARY EVANS
Bodycolour Palmer Piping Samuel Shepherd
11x14 inch Poster Print
"Introduce timeless charm to your walls with Media Storehouse's range of Poster Prints featuring "The Piping Shepherd" by Samuel Palmer. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the quintessential English countryside scene with a shepherd playing a pipe, surrounded by rolling hills, trees, and animals. With its rich detail and evocative atmosphere, this poster print is an exquisite addition to any home or office space. Embrace the beauty of traditional art and bring a touch of history into your living space."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 36.2cm x 28.6cm (14.3" x 11.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
The Piping Shepherd
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating watercolour and bodycolour drawing by the English artist Samuel Palmer, created in 1855. This exquisite work of art showcases Palmer's mastery of the Romantic style, with its dreamlike quality and ethereal beauty. The central figure of the composition is a shepherd, standing in a pastoral setting with his pipe clutched in his hand. His expression is serene and contemplative, as if lost in thought or in the music that flows from his instrument. The shepherd's pipe, a traditional symbol of peace and tranquility, adds to the idyllic atmosphere of the scene. Palmer's use of colour is striking, with rich greens and blues dominating the landscape, and warm browns and yellows adding depth and texture to the shepherd's clothing and pipe. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the shepherd's facial features, the folds of his clothing, and the delicate foliage that surrounds him. The paper on which the drawing is executed is of high quality, with a smooth, even surface that allows the watercolour and bodycolour to blend seamlessly and create a vibrant, almost three-dimensional effect. The overall composition is balanced and harmonious, with the shepherd and his pipe anchoring the scene and the natural world swirling around him in a gentle, rhythmic dance. Samuel Palmer was a prominent member of the English Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, known for his innovative use of colour and his exploration of the supernatural and the mystical in art. "The Piping Shepherd" is a testament to his unique artistic vision and his ability to capture the beauty and wonder of the natural world. This beautiful work of art continues to inspire and delight viewers, offering a glimpse into the magical, otherworldly realm of the Romantic imagination.
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