The celebrated poet and political writer Alain Chartier worked for King Charles VII in the cause of France. The mythical story goes that Queen Margaret of Scotland kissed the sleeping man from whose mouth came many witty and virtuous remarks regarding France. Chartier was considered the ugliest man of his day thus the statue of the gargoyle prudently placed along with the lovely ladies of the court. Leighton’s Gothic work bridged the commercial and critical divide earning a place in the Victorians’ hearts. Famous for his romantic and vivid Edwardian and Medieval compositions, artist Leighton drew inspiration from historic eras, literature, romance and the Pre-Raphaelite movement. The authentic stretched canvas replica painting captures the original work's texture, depth of color, and even its subtle brushstrokes, which are applied by hand exclusively for Design Toscano. Our replica 4.375" wide, European style, bright goldtoned, ribbed frame is cast in quality designer resin with an acanthus leaf and floret border that draws the eye toward the beautiful image.

Proudly printed and framed in the USA using imported molding.