Canvas Print : More (Holbein)
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More (Holbein)
SIR THOMAS MORE English writer and statesman, depicted holding a letter
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Media ID 593466
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1478 1535 Depicted Holbein Letter
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "More (Holbein)" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse range, featuring this iconic image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This exquisite print showcases a powerful portrayal of Sir Thomas More, the English writer and statesman, as depicted in the famous painting by Hans Holbein the Younger. With its rich colors and intricate details, this canvas print is a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium quality materials, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Bring the timeless beauty of art into your space with the "More (Holbein)" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 portrait of Sir Thomas More, depicted by the renowned artist Hans Holbein the Younger in 1535, captures the English writer and statesman in a moment of deep contemplation as he holds a letter. More's piercing gaze and the furrowed lines on his forehead suggest the weight of the important matters that occupied his mind. Born in 1478, More was a man of many talents, serving as Lord Chancellor of England under King Henry VIII and leaving a significant mark on English history. He was also a prolific writer, penning works of history, philosophy, and utopian fiction. One of his most famous works, "Utopia," described an ideal society and is considered a seminal text in the history of political thought. The letter in More's hand may have contained news of political intrigue, a request for advice, or an appeal for help from a friend or ally. Regardless, the image of More, with his quill poised above the paper, underscores his role as a man of action as well as a man of letters. Holbein's masterful use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, adds depth and texture to the portrait, bringing More's features to life. The artist's meticulous attention to detail, from the intricate pattern of More's clothing to the delicate folds of the letter, further emphasizes the sitter's importance and the significance of the moment captured in the painting. This image of Sir Thomas More, holding a letter and deep in thought, is a powerful reminder of the complex and multifaceted nature of this remarkable historical figure. It is a testament to Holbein's artistic skill and to the enduring legacy of Sir Thomas More as a writer, statesman, and icon of English history.
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