Framed 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
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "More (Holbein)" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork beautifully portrays Sir Thomas More, the renowned English writer and statesman, deep in thought as he holds a letter. The intricate details of Holbein's masterful painting are brought to life in this high-quality framed print, adding an air of sophistication and history to any room. Embrace the rich heritage of this iconic image and elevate your home or office décor with the timeless beauty of this Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or 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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