Poster Print : Erasmus / Holbein Miniatur
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Erasmus / Holbein Miniatur
DESIDERIUS ERASMUS Dutch humanist
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Media ID 576630
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1466 1536 Circular Desiderius Erasmus Holbein Humanist Miniatur
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the exquisite Erasmus/Holbein Miniatur Poster Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of the renowned Dutch humanist Desiderius Erasmus. This stunning print is taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive and showcases a captivating portrait of Erasmus as depicted by the master artist Hans Holbein the Younger. Bring the intellectual brilliance and historical significance of Erasmus into your home or office with this beautifully crafted poster print. The high-quality print captures every intricate detail of the original artwork, transporting you back in time to the world of the great Renaissance thinker. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and let the wisdom of Erasmus inspire and enrich your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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 exquisite miniature portrait, created by the renowned German painter Hans Holbein the Younger in 1536, captures the intellectual brilliance and profound wisdom of Desiderius Erasmus, the Dutch humanist and scholar. Erasmus, born in Rotterdam in 1466, was a central figure in the European intellectual world of the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance. He is best known for his advocacy of the study of the original texts of the ancient Greeks and Romans, and for his biting satire of the corruption and hypocrisy of the Catholic Church. In this miniature, Erasmus is depicted in three-quarters view, wearing a white, fur-lined hat, a sign of his scholarly status. His long, curly hair cascades down his shoulders, framing a face that exudes intelligence and introspection. Erasmus' piercing gaze, fixed directly on the viewer, invites us to engage with him in contemplation and dialogue. The intricately detailed folds of his clothing and the delicate rendering of his features demonstrate Holbein's mastery of the miniature technique. This portrait is a testament to the enduring legacy of Erasmus as a humanist thinker and a champion of learning. His influence on the development of the European intellectual tradition is immeasurable, and his works continue to be studied and admired by scholars and intellectuals around the world. This miniature, a precious relic of the past, offers us a glimpse into the mind and spirit of a man who helped shape the course of Western intellectual history.
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