• The Threatened Swan; Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt – Jan Asselijn Vintage Bird Study Art Print | Wall Art Poster
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The Threatened Swan; Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt – Jan Asselijn Vintage Bird Study Art Print | Wall Art Poster

The Threatened Swan; Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt – Jan Asselijn Vintage Bird Study Art Print | Wall Art Poster

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A swan fiercely defends its nest against a dog. In later centuries this scuffle was interpreted as a political allegory: the white swan was thought to symbolize the Dutch statesman Johan de Witt (assassinated in 1672) protecting the country from its enemies. This was the meaning attached to the painting when it became the very first acquisition to enter the Nationale Kunstgalerij (the forerunner of the Rijksmuseum) in 1800.

The Threatened Swan; Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt by Jan Asselijn is reproduced as a high-quality wall art print.

A swan fiercely defends its nest against a dog. In later centuries this scuffle was interpreted as a political allegory: the white swan was thought to symbolize the Dutch statesman Johan de Witt (assassinated in 1672) protecting the country from its enemies. This was the meaning attached to the painting when it became the very first acquisition to enter the Nationale Kunstgalerij (the forerunner of the Rijksmuseum) in 1800.

This is a reproduction print of a historic artwork. The physical product you receive is a newly produced print, not the original. Available size and frame selections are provided through the product options on this page.

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Beautiful fine art giclee unframed poster print, available in: A3, A2, A1, and A0.

• A3 (420x297mm / 16.5x11.7in)
• A2 (594x420mm / 23.4x16.5in)
• A1 (841x594mm / 33.1x23.4in)
• A0 (1189x841mm / 46.8x33.1in)

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Size comparison: A3 (smallest) to A0 (largest)

Print Specifications

Print Surface: High-quality fine art giclee.

Border: There is a white border/margin around the image area, so the image size is slightly smaller than the paper size.

Packaging: Upon purchase, artwork will be packaged carefully and sent in a hardened poster tube or box.

🖼 Framed Prints

Available in: A3 and A2 sizes. Frame color options: Black or White.

Black and white framed prints in A3 and A2 sizes

"Classically simple, these light, stylish wood effect frames can be wall mounted or stand alone by themselves. Group them together with other picture frames to create an artistic display. Great for home, office or as a gift."

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* Reproduction of classic artwork. All sizes are approximate.

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