Pandora (1676) — Barend Graat
Pandora (1676) is an artwork by Barend Graat. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- Pandora (1676)
- Artist
- Barend Graat (Dutch, 1628-1709)
- Subject collection
- Love & goddesses
The mythology behind the named subject
Pandora is the woman whose opening of a jar releases hardships into the human world, with hope remaining inside. Although later art often shows a box, the ancient account describes a jar.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with Pandora (1676)
The balanced proportions can sit comfortably on a smaller wall or within a considered grouping. Start with the space around the artwork, then choose a print size that leaves the composition easy to see.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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