Triple Triumphs Vintage Photogravure Print - Featuring Original Paintings

"Triple Triumphs" Vintage Photogravure Print - Featuring Original Paintings

Product Description:
This vintage photogravure print, titled "Triple Triumphs", showcases scenes from three different original paintings that reflect significant moments of joy, tradition, and storytelling. The central theme of the print is the depiction of a woman's engagement and wedding traditions, encapsulating three unique moments in the lives of women from different cultural and historical settings.

The first large painting, Engaged, beautifully captures two maidens, one of whom is engaged, sharing the news of the engagement ring with her confidante. The scene is filled with anticipation and emotional significance as the future bride prepares for her upcoming marriage.

The second painting, Signing the Marriage Contract, portrays a formal civil contract signing in a magistrate's office. The couple, along with their family and witnesses, go through the rituals of a marriage contract in Holland, showing the formal yet intimate nature of the tradition.

The third painting, An Ancient Suitor, humorously and warmly depicts an older suitor making his case for a younger woman's hand, demonstrating a mix of affection and lightheartedness.

• Dimensions:

  • Width: 12 inches
  • Height: 16 inches

• Material:
  High-quality vintage photogravure print on paper. The print features detailed and clear reproductions of original paintings, suitable for framing.

About the Artists:
The print features works from multiple accomplished painters of the 19th century, including E. de Blaas and Hugo Kaufmann. E. de Blaas, born in Italy, was known for his portraits and scenes of everyday life, particularly focusing on the lives of women. Kaufmann, hailing from Hamburg, was celebrated for his ability to capture humorous and touching moments in everyday life.

Significance of the Artwork:
This print brings together three distinct scenes that speak to the human experience, particularly the traditions of engagement and marriage. Each scene is rich with historical and cultural context, offering insight into the customs of various European societies. The combination of serious engagement, formal contract signing, and the lighthearted suitor scene creates a multifaceted look at the joys of life.