The Fiancée of Belus | Henri Paul Motte | 1885

"The Fiancée of Belus" (1885) by Henri Paul Motte is a dramatic and imaginative historical painting that depicts a fictional ritual in ancient Babylon. At the center sits a colossal statue of the god Belus (Bel), into whose lap a nude young woman — the supposed "fiancée" — is placed on a golden cushion as part of a ceremonial offering. The somber, stone-walled temple is shrouded in shadow, with figures in priestly robes receding into the background, and lions resting at the statue's feet, heightening the atmosphere of awe and menace. The scene blends sensuality, mythology, and grand architectural fantasy, typical of 19th-century Orientalist art.

Frame:

Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. Includes an off-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.

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Print: 

For the matted / mounted prints we use a thick 1.4mm window mount cut from premium, textured mountboard. All mounts are "conservation grade", FSC certified, 100% acid free, and will not discolour or fade with age.

• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified off-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging