Canvas Print : Erasmus / Bartholomae
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Erasmus / Bartholomae
DESIDERIUS ERASMUS Dutch humanist, depicted as an iconoclast to be admired
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Media ID 624553
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1466 1536 Admired Depicted Desiderius Erasmus Gown Heaven Humanist Oval Pope Trimming Bartholomae Iconoclast
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the timeless wisdom of Desiderius Erasmus into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image "Erasmus / Bartholomae" by Mary Evans Picture Library, these prints showcase the Dutch humanist as an admirable iconoclast. With vibrant colors and high-quality materials, our Canvas Prints add a touch of sophistication and intellectual charm to any room. Order yours today and join the ranks of those who appreciate the enduring legacy of this celebrated scholar."
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 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
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 16th-century print, titled "Desiderius Erasmus, or the Iconoclast," showcases the renowned Dutch humanist, Desiderius Erasmus, in an intriguing and admirable light. Born in Rotterdam in 1466, Erasmus was a leading figure in the European intellectual world, known for his biting wit, critical scholarship, and advocacy for religious reform. In this oval portrait, Erasmus is depicted wearing the traditional academic gown of the day, its rich trimming contrasting sharply with the austere, monochromatic background. His fur-lined cloak, a symbol of his scholarly status, is draped over his shoulders. Yet, it is the iconoclastic expression on his face that sets him apart. With a determined gaze and a hint of a smirk, Erasmus seems to challenge the established order, embodying the spirit of intellectual inquiry and reform that characterized the humanist movement. The print, created in 1536 by an unknown artist, was likely inspired by Erasmus' satirical work, "The Praise of Folly," which mocked the corruption and hypocrisy of the Church. In this context, Erasmus' iconoclastic stance can be seen as a call for religious and intellectual renewal, a message that resonated deeply with the European public of the time. Despite the controversial nature of Erasmus' ideas, this print celebrates him as a hero of intellectual and spiritual courage. With his piercing gaze and defiant posture, Erasmus continues to inspire admiration and respect, over 500 years after his death. This print is a testament to the enduring power of humanist ideals and the indomitable spirit of those who dare to challenge the status quo.
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