More than $850 million — that's the estimated value of the legendary Mona Lisa painting. Nevertheless, one of the most famous paintings and an iconic Renaissance art piece is not for sale. Under French heritage law, an artwork declared priceless is prohibited from being bought or sold. Although you might not be able to take the painting home, you can still take a glimpse at the iconic smiling lady in the Louvre for less than the cost of a meal at Mickey D's.

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"The Abbey in the Oakwood" is an oil painting by German Romantic artist Caspar David Friedrich, created in the early 19th century. The painting depicts a ruined abbey, set amidst a dense oak forest. The ruins are seen in the foreground, with the trees rising up behind them, creating a sense of depth and layering. The sky is painted in a moody, misty grey, with the clouds appearing to press down on the abbey and the surrounding forest. Despite the apparent decay of the ruins, the painting has a serene and contemplative atmosphere, with the surrounding trees and landscape lending a sense of timelessness and natural beauty. The overall mood of the painting is introspective, with the ruined abbey serving as a reminder of the transience of all things and the power of nature. Friedrich's interest in the Romantic movement is evident in his use of light and shadow, as well as his emphasis on the emotional and spiritual aspects of nature.     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 emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art. - All prints include a small 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 8’’ Inches = 30.5 cm x 20.3 cm 18’’ x 12’’ Inches = 45.7 cm x 30.5 cm  24" x 18" Inches = 61 cm x 40.6 cm

Caspar David Friedrich. 1774-1840. Champ labouré. Ploughed Field. vers 1830. Hambourg Kunsthalle.

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Unveiling his painting, Cross in the Mountains, in his Dresden studio, artist Caspar David Friedrich sparked a controversy that would force contemporaries to rethink not only art criticism, but also the evocation of the divine.

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The Rock Gates in Neurathen by Caspar David Friedrich - Drawings from Hermitage Museum

Caspar David Friedrich is one of the leading exponents of German Romantic painting...