The Sin | Franz von Stuck | 19th Century

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Size: 8"x12"
Frame Style: Black Frame

"The Sin" by Franz von Stuck is a captivating and darkly alluring work that engages with themes of temptation and moral transgression. The central figure is a woman, evocative of the biblical Eve or a femme fatale, her bare skin contrasting with the dark, indistinct background. Her expression is enigmatic, with an almost unsettling allure. Entwined with her is a serpent, its scales rendered in iridescent blues that catch the light, emphasizing the seductive danger it represents. The use of shadow and light creates a dramatic tension, as if both the woman and the serpent are emerging from the darkness. Stuck's painting is often interpreted as a commentary on the duality of human nature, the interplay of innocence and sin, and the irresistible pull of forbidden knowledge.

 

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.

All framed prints feature our premium fine art paper. This is a museum-quality paper which reproduces photography and artworks with exceptional tonality and renders sharp details with consistent flatness and accuracy.


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