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Manlius Hurled from the Rock - William Etty Framed Canvas

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Plunge into Etty's Manlius Hurled from the Rock, a gravity-defying tableau where history's gears grind flesh and fate. Our protagonist, a human comet of muscle and despair, carves through canvas-space like lightning frozen in oil.

Etty's brush, part executioner's axe, part sculptor's chisel, hurls Manlius from glory's zenith to infamy's nadir in one breathtaking stroke. The Tarpeian Rock looms, a craggy colossus birthing tragedy, while storm clouds gather like spectators at a cosmic amphitheater. Manlius' form, a knot of sinew and shadow, writhes in mid-air, each tensed fiber a microscopic battle against inevitability.

This piece is a pigment-powered time machine, catapulting viewers into the heart-stopping instant where hero becomes outcast. Etty doesn't just paint a fall; he dissects the anatomy of disgrace, each brushstroke a scalpel peeling back layers of human frailty. In this frozen freefall, we witness the collision of personal honor and societal judgment, a visual sonnet to the brutal poetry of consequence.

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  • Luscious artist-grade cotton canvas, finely textured for depth and precision.
  • Hand-stretched and natural white to captures light/color with striking clarity.
  • Printed with non-toxic, water-based pigments that stay vivid for decades.

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  • Sustainably sourced FSC® certified European knotless pine.
  • Precisely measured 5mm float that creates a sleek, gallery-worthy effect.
  • Ultra-rich water-based eco-inks deliver the same bold intensity as traditional inks without the harsh chemicals and environmental cost.

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About the Artist

William Etty (1787–1849) was an English Romantic painter whose luminous, flesh-toned canvases challenged the conventions of 19th-century British art. A master of color and composition, Etty is best known for his bold depictions of the nude figure, exploring themes of sensuality, mythology, and human vulnerability.

Deeply inspired by the Old Masters, particularly Rubens and Titian, he infused his paintings with a rich, almost sculptural use of light and texture, elevating the study of the human form to new artistic heights.

His male and female nudes, often drawn from classical and biblical narratives, were groundbreaking in their eroticism and psychological depth, stirring controversy yet earning him a devoted following.

Though he faced criticism from moralists of his time, Etty’s dedication to beauty, naturalism, and painterly expression cemented his place as a pioneer in British art. His legacy endures in the vibrant, emotionally charged brushwork that continues to inspire contemporary figurative artists and collectors of historical nude painting.
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Artist-grade cotton with a luscious, finely grained texture. Engineered to capture every intricate brushstroke and subtle gradient.

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1. Brand New, Just for You

Handcrafted after you order, reducing waste and energy by only making art that’s truly wanted — never mass-produced.

2. Finish & Texture

Artist-grade cotton with a luscious, finely grained texture. Engineered to capture every intricate brushstroke and subtle gradient.

3. Giclée Printing

Forget 4 color CMYK. Giclée layers up to 12 — alive with deeper shadows, richer highlights and multidimensional contrasts.

4. 100+ Years of Color

Printed using a pro-lab process that helps your art stay bold & breathtaking for a lifetime with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.

5. FSC® Certified Wood

Sustainable forestry, ethical labor and community conservation—no shortcuts, just responsible craftsmanship.
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