Tap / click on image to see more RealViewsTM
$172.00
per canvas
Isle of the Dead by Arnold Bocklin, Symbolism Art Canvas Print
Qty:
Size
Custom (60.96cm x 27.94cm)
Canvas Thickness
1.9 cm (0.75")
+$30.00
Frame
None
About Canvas Prints
Sold by
About This Design
Isle of the Dead by Arnold Bocklin, Symbolism Art Canvas Print
Isle of the Dead, third version (German: Die Toteninsel) (1883) by Arnold Bocklin is a vintage Victorian Era Symbolism fine art macabre mythology painting. A human ghost in a boat moving towards an island with cypress trees and tall cliffs of rock surrounded by the calm sea ocean.
All versions of Isle (Island) of the Dead depict a desolate and rocky islet seen across an expanse of dark water. A small rowboat is just arriving at a water gate and seawall on shore. An oarsman manoeuvres the boat from the stern. In the bow, facing the gate, is a standing figure clad entirely in white. Just behind the figure is a white, festooned object commonly interpreted as a coffin.
The tiny islet is dominated by a dense grove of tall, dark cypress trees — associated by long-standing tradition with cemeteries and mourning — which is closely hemmed in by precipitous cliffs. Furthering the funerary theme are what appear to be sepulchral portals and windows penetrating the rock faces. The overall impression conveyed by the imagery is one of both hopeless desolation and tense expectation.
About the artist:
Arnold Böcklin (1827-1901) was a painter specialising in Symbolism and influenced by Romanticism overlapping with the Pre-Raphaelites. They often portray mythological, fantasy figures along classical architecture constructions (revealing often an obsession with death) and creating a strange, fantasy world.
Customer Reviews
4.8 out of 5 stars rating1.2K Total Reviews
1,171 Reviews
Reviews for similar products
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Anne B.23 September 2017 • Verified Purchase
Wrapped Canvas, Size: 20.32cm x 25.40cm
Creator Review
Very impressive product! The canvas is sturdily made. It features a saw tooth hanger on the back, making it easy to "try out" the canvas in several rooms until I found the best location. It attracts good comments from my friends. I love it! The printing is wonderful! Colors are as bright and crisp as they appeared on the website.
from zazzle.com (US)
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Barbara S.21 December 2018 • Verified Purchase
Wrapped Canvas, Size: 33.02cm x 33.02cm
Creator Review
I ordered this product to see what the quality was because I am selling it on my store. Plus it was on sale and it was an excellent price! I didn’t expect it to be as nice. It really is beautiful. I am relieved! The only thing I don’t like about it is the sawtooth hanger on the back. I prefer a wire hanging system. The sawtooth hanger was not even centered but I managed to hang it straight anyway. Overall I love it! I will add the wire myself. The printing was clear and crisp and the colors were excellent! The canvas was stretched tight and professionally done. I am very happy with the quality of the print!
from zazzle.com (US)
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Nancy M.17 March 2018 • Verified Purchase
Wrapped Canvas, Size: 33.02cm x 53.33cm
Creator Review
I ordered this as a sample, to test the quality for my shop. I like it very much. The photo print turned out nicely, love the substantial 1.5" wrap-effect for this piece. I can sell this artwork with confidence. Excellent color and clarity of the photo print.
from zazzle.com (US)
Tags
Other Info
Product ID: 192454163941917571
Posted on 3/09/2011, 5:26 AM
Rating: G
Recently Viewed Items