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CHRISTINA / DESCARTES
Rene Descartes explains his ideas to the scholarly queen Christina of Sweden Date: circa 1650
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1650 Christina Descartes Explains Ideas Rene Scholarly Sweden
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the intellectual brilliance of the past into your modern home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases an intriguing moment in history: Rene Descartes, the renowned French philosopher, engages in deep conversation with Queen Christina of Sweden, a scholar in her own right. Their intense exchange, set against the backdrop of the royal court, is a testament to the power of intellectual curiosity and the enduring allure of the past. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this evocative image, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and let the wisdom of the past inspire your present.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image depicts a pivotal moment in intellectual history as Queen Christina of Sweden (1626-1689) engages in a profound dialogue with the renowned French philosopher René Descartes (1596-1650). The photograph, taken circa 1650, captures the essence of their intellectual exchange, which took place during Christina's visit to France. Queen Christina, known for her exceptional intellect and insatiable curiosity, was a patron of the arts and sciences. She had a keen interest in philosophy and theology, making her an ideal interlocutor for Descartes, who was in the process of disseminating his groundbreaking ideas. Descartes, famed for his methodical and systematic approach to knowledge, had recently published his seminal work, "Meditations on First Philosophy," which challenged traditional philosophical assumptions and laid the foundation for modern Western philosophy. In this photograph, Descartes, with a serious expression, explains his ideas to the scholarly queen, who listens intently, her gaze fixed on him. The setting, adorned with books and scholarly paraphernalia, underscores the significance of their intellectual exchange. The exchange between Christina and Descartes represents a pivotal moment in the history of ideas, as the queen's patronage and engagement with Descartes helped to disseminate his ideas throughout Europe and beyond. This photograph is a testament to the power of intellectual discourse and the importance of patronage in the dissemination of new ideas. It also highlights the remarkable figure of Queen Christina, who defied the conventions of her time by pursuing intellectual pursuits and engaging with leading thinkers of her era.
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