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A giclée print on 200gsm matte fine art paper, using a twelve-colour process for accurate, fade-resistant colour. Supplied unframed, delivered flat or rolled.
The Wilton Diptych - Unknown Artist
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A portable devotional diptych from the late fourteenth century, depicting King Richard II presented to the Virgin and Child by his patron saints.
The Wilton Diptych is a portable devotional object consisting of two hinged oak panels. It depicts King Richard II of England kneeling before the Virgin and Child, who are surrounded by a host of angels. The left panel shows the King presented by his patron saints: Saint Edmund, Saint Edward the Confessor, and Saint John the Baptist. The right panel features the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, encircled by eleven angels wearing crowns and robes adorned with the white hart emblem of Richard II.
The work is a primary example of the International Gothic style, characterised by its refined elegance, use of gold leaf, and delicate application of tempera. The artist employed a sophisticated technique to create the figures, using fine brushwork to define facial features and the textures of the royal garments. The background of the left panel is composed of punched gold, while the right panel utilises a deep blue pigment, likely ultramarine, to create a contrast between the heavenly and earthly realms.
This diptych is notable for its iconography, which links the English monarchy to divine authority. The presence of the white hart, a personal badge of Richard II, appears on the angels' robes and as a brooch on the King's chest. The work remains a subject of study regarding its precise origin, with theories suggesting it may have been produced by an English, French, or Bohemian artist working within the royal court. Its preservation provides a rare insight into the artistic production commissioned by the English monarchy during the late fourteenth century.
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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The Wilton Diptych - Unknown Artist
Ordinarie pris
Från £28.00 GBP
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Från £28.00 GBP
Ordinarie pris
Fine Art Poster / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / -
Artist Biography
Unknown Artist
Anonymity in art often stems from the loss of historical records rather than a choice by the creator. In 19th-century Morocco, early photography was frequently practised by visiting practitioners or local studios whose names were not always recorded on the final prints. Works by an Unknown Artist in this collection include Moroccan studio portraits and Japanese woodblock prints depicting the Battle of Pyongyang. These pieces illustrate how anonymous artists documented global events and personal identities across different continents during the same era.
The artistic approach of the Unknown Artist varies between the formal composition of the carte-de-visite and the narrative style of the war prints. In the Moroccan portraits, the focus rests on the subject's posture and attire against a neutral studio backdrop. The Japanese prints use bold lines and flat colours to depict military movements and naval victories. Despite the lack of a specific attribution, these works demonstrate a high level of technical skill in both lithography and woodblock carving.
Modern collectors often value anonymous works for their mystery and focus on the image itself. These prints provide a direct connection to history without the distraction of a famous name. They function as windows into the 19th-century world, from the quiet dignity of a young girl in a studio to the chaos of a distant conflict. These pieces offer a sense of discovery for those who appreciate the aesthetic qualities of vintage photography and historical illustration.
The artistic approach of the Unknown Artist varies between the formal composition of the carte-de-visite and the narrative style of the war prints. In the Moroccan portraits, the focus rests on the subject's posture and attire against a neutral studio backdrop. The Japanese prints use bold lines and flat colours to depict military movements and naval victories. Despite the lack of a specific attribution, these works demonstrate a high level of technical skill in both lithography and woodblock carving.
Modern collectors often value anonymous works for their mystery and focus on the image itself. These prints provide a direct connection to history without the distraction of a famous name. They function as windows into the 19th-century world, from the quiet dignity of a young girl in a studio to the chaos of a distant conflict. These pieces offer a sense of discovery for those who appreciate the aesthetic qualities of vintage photography and historical illustration.
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Every piece is printed to order. These are the five finishes, and what makes each one different.
Fine Art Framed
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The same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
Premium Box Frame
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A deeper solid wood frame: 33mm deep with a 20mm face and Perspex glaze. The print sits unmounted for a clean gallery presentation. Black, white or natural.
Canvas
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Hand-stretched canvas with neat gallery-wrapped edges, giving the artwork surface texture and depth. Arrives ready to hang.
Framed Canvas
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Stretched canvas set in a floating wood frame, our most substantial finish. Arrives ready to hang.
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