Autopsy | Enrique Simonet | 1890

Enrique Simonet’s "An Autopsy" (And She Had a Heart!), painted in 1890, is a striking example of fin-de-siècle realism infused with emotional drama. The composition centers on a solemn physician conducting a post-mortem examination, gazing contemplatively at the heart he holds. Bathed in cool, clinical light, the lifeless figure of a young woman lies draped in white linens, her auburn hair cascading over the table. Simonet’s meticulous detail, subdued palette, and poignant narrative explore the tension between science and sentiment, transforming a medical scene into a meditation on mortality, innocence, and the fragility of human life.

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. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

12’’ x 8’’ Inches = 30.5 cm x 20.3 cm

18’’ x 12’’ Inches = 45.7 cm x 30.5 cm 

24" x 16" Inches = 61 cm x 40.6 cm