The Return of the Crusader | Carl Friedrich Lessing | 1835

In The Return of the Crusader (1835), Carl Friedrich Lessing presents an aged knight riding slowly through a rugged coastal landscape. The lowered heads of rider and horse, the worn banner and the solitary path give the homecoming a reflective rather than triumphal character. Dark rain clouds gather at one side of the sky, set against a brighter opening above the distant sea. Carefully observed plants, rocks and armour ground the imagined medieval scene in tangible detail, while the changing weather lends the journey a distinctly Romantic melancholy.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing.

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

12 x 12 Inches = 30.5 cm x 30.5 cm

20 x 20 Inches = 50.8 cm x 50.8 cm