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Petrarch / Agricola
FRANCESCO PETRARCH Italian poet in profile
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1304 1374 Agricola Francesco Laurel Petrarch
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the exquisite Petrarch/Agricola print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning photograph captures the profound depth and wisdom of Italian poet Francesco Petrarch, also known as Il Petrarca or Il Sommo Poeta, in a captivating profile view. His penetrating gaze and the intricate details of his attire transport us back to the Renaissance era, inviting us to delve into the rich literary heritage of this legendary figure. This beautiful print makes for an inspiring addition to any home or office, and is perfect for those who appreciate the power of the written word and the beauty of the human spirit. Order yours today and let the timeless words of Petrarch resonate with you.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 25.4cm (7.1" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative profile portrait captures the intellectual and poetic depth of Francesco Petrarch (1304-1374), one of the most influential figures in Italian literature. Known as Il Petrarca in his native land, Petrarch is celebrated for his sonnets and other lyric poetry, which helped to establish the form as a major literary genre. The image, titled "Petrarch / Agricola," is attributed to an unidentified Italian artist from the 15th or 16th century. Petrarch is depicted in profile, with a thoughtful expression and a quill pen in hand, suggesting the intense focus and creativity that marked his literary achievements. Born in Arezzo, Tuscany, Petrarch studied law in Bologna and Avignon before turning to literature. He is said to have discovered the lost works of the ancient Roman poet Virgil in a monastery library, an event that inspired him to devote himself to poetry. Petrarch's mastery of Latin and Greek literature, as well as his deep knowledge of classical mythology, infused his own writing with a sense of timelessness and universality. The laurel wreath that adorns Petrarch's head in this portrait is a symbol of his poetic laureate status, bestowed upon him by the city of Rome in 1341. The wreath also alludes to the ancient Roman poet Virgil, who was traditionally depicted wearing a laurel wreath. Petrarch's connection to Virgil, and to the classical literary tradition more broadly, is a central theme in his poetry and in his legacy as a literary figure. This portrait offers a glimpse into the intellectual and artistic milieu of Renaissance Italy, a time of great cultural and artistic innovation. Petrarch's influence on Italian literature and on the development of the sonnet form continues to be felt to this day, making him a truly enduring figure in the history of Western literature.
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