Description
Striking vintage decorative wall art depicting Diana the Huntress (Artemis) drawing her bow, inspired by the celebrated ancient Roman fresco discovered at the Villa Arianna in Stabiae, Italy.
The composition features Diana in flowing classical robes against a beautifully aged blue ground, with intentionally distressed, timeworn surface effects that recreate the appearance of an excavated Roman fresco. Warm ochre, terracotta, cream, and muted blue tones give the piece an exceptionally atmospheric, Old World character.
The original ancient image on which this work is based dates to the Roman period and is associated with the archaeological discoveries around Pompeii and Stabiae. This example is a 20th-century decorative reproduction, professionally presented and retaining a Smith's Picture Framing & Art Gallery, Fort Lauderdale, Florida label on the reverse.
A particularly handsome piece for a Neoclassical, Mediterranean, Italian, Grand Tour, Hollywood Regency, or eclectic interior. Its restrained palette and archaeological appearance also allow it to work beautifully in a more contemporary setting.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vintage/used, original condition unaltered some imperfections as with use and age
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Fresco
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
Art Subjects: Mythology
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed
The composition features Diana in flowing classical robes against a beautifully aged blue ground, with intentionally distressed, timeworn surface effects that recreate the appearance of an excavated Roman fresco. Warm ochre, terracotta, cream, and muted blue tones give the piece an exceptionally atmospheric, Old World character.
The original ancient image on which this work is based dates to the Roman period and is associated with the archaeological discoveries around Pompeii and Stabiae. This example is a 20th-century decorative reproduction, professionally presented and retaining a Smith's Picture Framing & Art Gallery, Fort Lauderdale, Florida label on the reverse.
A particularly handsome piece for a Neoclassical, Mediterranean, Italian, Grand Tour, Hollywood Regency, or eclectic interior. Its restrained palette and archaeological appearance also allow it to work beautifully in a more contemporary setting.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vintage/used, original condition unaltered some imperfections as with use and age
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Fresco
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
Art Subjects: Mythology
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Vintage/used, original condition unaltered some imperfections as with use and age
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
26.5 x 19 x 1 in
Vintage Greco-Roman Diana the Huntress Fresco-Style Wall Art
Estimate $380-$890
Starting Bid
$190
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