Dracula Print 11 x 17 Decorative Illustration
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$40.00
$30.00 - $50.00
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This illustration comes with multiple variations, either the plain black and white drawing or an aged and bloodied print to add an authentic and haunting feel to the piece. Each variation can be purchased framed or unframed.
Originally created for a 125 years of Dracula Celebration, the response to these 11” x 17” prints of my original pen and ink illustration has been so exciting that I’ve brought this piece back for a second run. Now even those who were unable to attend the event and celebrate Bram Stoker’s iconic character in person have a chance to get this one-of-a-kind gothic decoration.
I based this drawing on known portraits of the real-life Vlad the Impaler, who is widely thought to be the inspiration behind Bram Stoker’s Dracula. I mainly took inspiration from 15th Century German Woodcuts which depicted him, as well as researching clothing worn by noble warriors in this region and time period. In creating this piece, I wanted to portray Dracula as a handsome, charismatic sociopath worthy of legend, in order to truly capture the essence of Bram Stoker’s classic vampire tale.
These portraits start as 11” x 17” Giclee prints of my original pen and ink work. Each print is then soaked in black tea and baked, in order to achieve an aged, worn look that fits with the Dracula mythos. The prints are then liberally splashed with decorative “blood” to complete the vampire aesthetic and add a spooky, unnerving touch. After they are finished, each print is signed and dated. This, along with the intricate process of finishing each work, means that every print is totally unique.
These prints are the perfect way to add a vintage feel to any room while celebrating your love for Bram Stoker’s classic gothic novel. Whether you’re looking for an extra special spooky touch to this year’s Haloween celebration, or you want a vampiric vibe to adorn your walls year round, this hauntingly beautiful portrait is an excellent way to celebrate Dracula’s legacy on gothic literature and vampire media as a whole.
I based this drawing on known portraits of the real-life Vlad the Impaler, who is widely thought to be the inspiration behind Bram Stoker’s Dracula. I mainly took inspiration from 15th Century German Woodcuts which depicted him, as well as researching clothing worn by noble warriors in this region and time period. In creating this piece, I wanted to portray Dracula as a handsome, charismatic sociopath worthy of legend, in order to truly capture the essence of Bram Stoker’s classic vampire tale.
These portraits start as 11” x 17” Giclee prints of my original pen and ink work. Each print is then soaked in black tea and baked, in order to achieve an aged, worn look that fits with the Dracula mythos. The prints are then liberally splashed with decorative “blood” to complete the vampire aesthetic and add a spooky, unnerving touch. After they are finished, each print is signed and dated. This, along with the intricate process of finishing each work, means that every print is totally unique.
These prints are the perfect way to add a vintage feel to any room while celebrating your love for Bram Stoker’s classic gothic novel. Whether you’re looking for an extra special spooky touch to this year’s Haloween celebration, or you want a vampiric vibe to adorn your walls year round, this hauntingly beautiful portrait is an excellent way to celebrate Dracula’s legacy on gothic literature and vampire media as a whole.