Nun Playing a Violin | Friedrich August von Kaulbach | 19th Century

The 19th-century painting "Nun Playing a Violin" by Friedrich August von Kaulbach depicts a solemn scene of a nun seated on the floor of what appears to be a church interior, playing the violin. She is bathed in soft light that enters from an unseen source, illuminating her face and the folds of her humble garment. The atmosphere is rich with contemplative stillness, emphasized by the dark, warm colors of the setting and the subtle interplay of light and shadow. The nun's expression is focused and serene, suggesting a deep emotional connection with the music she's creating. In the background, religious architectural elements, such as a carved stone altar and an ornate hanging incense burner, contribute to the spiritual ambiance of the painting. Kaulbach's work is characterized by his attention to detail, the lifelike rendering of the nun and her surroundings, and the emotional depth conveyed through the scene.

Print: 

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
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Sizes:

A1= 23.4 x 33.1 Inches

A2 = 16.5 x 23.4 Inches

A3 = 11.7 x 16.5 Inches

A4 = 8.3 x 11.7 Inches