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Framed Print : John Harvard (1607-1638). English clergyman
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John Harvard (1607-1638). English clergyman
John Harvard (1607-1638). English clergyman. At his death, donated money and his library to a new University near Boston, later known as Harvard College. Statue. University of Harvard. Around Boston. Massachusetts. United States
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Media ID 14320492
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Boston Clergyman Harvard Massachusetts
18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of historical wisdom into your home with our exquisite framed print of John Harvard (1607-1638). This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the English clergyman who left an indelible mark on education in America. At his death, he bequeathed funds and his extensive library to the founding of Harvard College, which later became Harvard University. The statue depicted here, located at Harvard University near Boston, is a testament to his enduring legacy. Add this thought-provoking print to your collection and start a conversation about the past.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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 photograph captures the timeless essence of John Harvard (1607-1638), an English clergyman whose legacy continues to shape the intellectual landscape of America. Seated in this beautifully crafted statue, Harvard is depicted in the prime of his life, with a thoughtful expression and a book in hand. The image transports us back to the 17th century, a time when the New World was still in its infancy and the seeds of knowledge were being sown. Harvard, a native of Southwark, London, made his way to America in 1630, where he became the minister of the First Parish Church in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Tragically, he passed away just five years later, leaving behind a substantial fortune and a vast library. In his will, Harvard stipulated that his estate be used to establish a college in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. This institution, which would later become known as Harvard University, would go on to become the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States. The statue, which stands proudly on the campus of Harvard University, serves as a testament to Harvard's enduring legacy. It is a reminder of the transformative power of knowledge and the indelible impact that one person's generosity can have on the world. As we gaze upon this monument, we are transported back in time, to an age when the frontier of knowledge was being pushed ever forward, and the seeds of a great nation were being sown.
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