Psyche Giving Her Coin To Charon
To scale 31 x 28 in on the wall
Representative Hand-applied gesso embellishment
About the Artwork
Created during the height of Tresham's career as a founding member of the Royal Academy, this drawing exemplifies the artist's mastery of Neoclassical narrative composition and his deep engagement with classical literature. Working in the 1790s when British artists were increasingly drawn to mythological subjects as alternatives to contemporary political turmoil, Tresham demonstrated his sophisticated understanding of ancient texts through precise iconographic details; the coin payment references the classical burial custom of placing coins on the eyes of the dead. The work showcases Tresham's skill in translating the grandeur of his large-scale history paintings into intimate preparatory studies, employing the academic drawing tradition that emphasized emotional expression through gesture and dramatic lighting effects.
Product Specifications
- Finished size
- 31 x 28 in
- Frame
- Gold, premium resin, mitred
- Canvas
- Heavyweight Fredrix poly/cotton
- Finish
- Hand-applied gesso embellishment
- Inks
- Archival HP Latex, 100-year colorfastness
- Stretcher
- Solid poplar, kiln dried
- Hanging
- Wire and dust cover fitted
- Item
- 1590121
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Care & Hanging
Every piece arrives ready to hang: wire hardware pre-installed, kraft paper dust cover, gallery-finished corners.
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Care: Dust lightly with a soft, dry cloth as needed. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve the colors. Avoid hanging in high-humidity environments (bathrooms with active showers). Our finish is durable but is not waterproof.
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