Christopher Butkens
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Christopher Butkens
CHRISTOPHER BUTKENS Flemish historian and Cistercian monk Date: 1590 - 1650
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1590 1650 Christopher Cistercian Desk Flemish Historian Inscription Latin Monk
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This evocative photograph print captures the scholarly intensity of Christopher Butkens, a Flemish historian and Cistercian monk, as he immerses himself in his studies during the 17th century. Butkens, born around 1590, dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the preservation of history. The monk's desk, cluttered with books and papers, is a testament to his relentless research. A large, open tome lies before him, its pages filled with Latin script, while a quill pen and inkwell are at the ready for note-taking. The cross on the wall behind him serves as a reminder of his religious devotion and the monastic traditions that shaped his intellectual pursuits. Butkens' scholarly achievements are commemorated in the inscription below the photograph, which reads, "Christophorus Butkens, Monachus Cisterciensis, Historicus," translating to "Christopher Butkens, Cistercian Monk, Historian." His work, which focused on the history of the Low Countries and the Cistercian order, remains an invaluable contribution to the historical record. Despite the passage of time, this photograph print transports us back to the quiet, focused world of a dedicated scholar, surrounded by the tools of his trade and the unwavering commitment to his craft. The image serves as a reminder of the enduring power of knowledge and the importance of preserving the stories of the past for future generations.
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