The Apparition (c.1874) by Gustave Moreau

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Size 30x40 cm / 12x16″ 45x60 cm / 18x24″ 60x80 cm / 24x32″

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Prepare for a masterpiece that is as beautiful as it is terrifying. A hypnotic vision of power, consequence, and supernatural dread, Gustave Moreau's "The Apparition" is a defining work of the Symbolist movement. This is not a quiet landscape; it is a story that will haunt your walls and captivate anyone who dares to look long enough.

The scene is drawn from the biblical tale of Salome, the stepdaughter of King Herod. After enchanting the court with her dance, Herod rashly promises her anything she desires. Prompted by her vengeful mother, Salome makes a horrifying request: the head of the prophet John the Baptist on a platter.

But Moreau does not depict the dance or the demand. He paints the terrifying, hallucinatory aftermath. This is the moment Salome, in the midst of a grand, decadent palace, is confronted by a supernatural vision: the ghostly, bleeding head of the man she condemned. It floats before her, not as a trophy, but as an eternal, silent accuser.

"The Apparition" is a masterclass in psychological horror. Moreau uses his signature style to create an atmosphere thick with meaning. The impossible, towering architecture dwarfs the human figures, while Salome's lavish jewels stand in stark contrast to the grim reality of the executioner behind her.

At its core, the painting is about the hypnotic, unbreakable gaze between the femme fatale and her victim. She is frozen, mesmerized by the consequence of her own power. He is a symbol of divine judgment, his holy light cutting through the palace's profane darkness. It is a timeless depiction of sin confronted by its own reflection.

Specifics

Ready-to-hang Framed Art Print with museum-quality paper.
- 200 gsm / 80 lb matte (uncoated) paper
- Thickness: 20-25 mm /0.79"–0.98" and for the USA market thickness is 1.9 cm/0.75"
- Shatterproof, transparent plexiglass.
- Includes a hanging kit, to hang in both portrait and landscape orientations.
- For indoor use
- Ready-to-hang, Art Print is placed within the frame. The end recipient can hang it directly on the wall.

Matt 250gsm conservation digital paper. A very versatile high quality paper made in Germany from acid and chlorine free wood pulp. The paper is manufactured on a Fourdrinier Machine, a process first perfected by and patented by the Fourdrinier brothers in 1803.

To protect our prints from light damage and bleaching, we present them behind a layer of cast acrylic. A high quality material, it offers many benefits: including 92% optical clarity and 90% UV protection. What is more, as it is shatter-resistant, it is much safer than glass in your home or workplace.

Handling & Shipping

At Master's Gaze, we take pride in the quality of our framed canvas, and that's why we carefully handle each order to ensure that it arrives in perfect condition. Our handling process takes 1-2 days, during which time we carefully package your print to ensure it arrives safely. Once it's in the hands of our shipping partner, you can expect delivery within 2-5 days anywhere in the world. We work hard to ensure that you receive your print quickly, so you can start enjoying it right away. Trust us to bring the beauty of art into your home, with our commitment to the best handling and shipping practices.