Britannia

“Britannia” measuring 85×135 cm, Oil on Canvas.
Available to buy; €10,600.

In “Britannia,” a captivating oil painting measuring 85×135 cm, the artist intricately weaves together elements inspired by William Hole’s iconic portrayal of the Map of Britannia from London in 1607. At the heart of the composition, Neptune and Ceres stand sentinel on either side of a central roundel adorned with a meticulously rendered map of the British Isles, meticulously depicting the eastern part of Ireland. A resplendent Britannia, seated atop the page, emerges as a poignant symbol of British allegory, paying homage to one of the earliest printed depictions of this iconic figure. Surrounding the central imagery, the painting offers a rich tapestry of smaller details, including a ship, Winchester Cathedral, Stonehenge, and a Roman Bath, each meticulously rendered to evoke a sense of historical and cultural depth. Through masterful brushwork and meticulous attention to detail, the artist invites viewers into a visual journey that celebrates the rich tapestry of British history and heritage and surrounding the central imagery, the painting offers a rich mosaic of smaller details…