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Placido Puccinelli
PLACIDO PUCCINELLI Italian Benedictine monk from Pescia, historian, biographer and antiquary. Date: 1609 - 1685
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1609 1685 Antiquary Benedictine Biographer Historian Monk Placido
Photo Mug (11 oz)
"Bring the enchanting history of Placido Puccinelli to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an exquisite image of the Italian Benedictine monk, historian, biographer, and antiquary from Pescia, this mug is a beautiful tribute to the past. The high-quality print of Placido Puccinelli, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to your mug. Perfect for sipping your favorite beverage while you ponder the rich history he left behind. Embrace the past, one sip at a time, with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs."
A personalized photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.5cm high x 8cm diameter (3.7" x 3.1")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the wise and contemplative visage of Placido Puccinelli (1609-1685) gazes out at us from the past, a testament to the enduring power of history and the human spirit. Born in the picturesque Italian town of Pescia, Puccinelli was a Benedictine monk, historian, biographer, and antiquary whose contributions to the study of Tuscan history remain significant to this day. The image captures the monk in the prime of his life, with a furrowed brow and piercing eyes that seem to suggest a deep and abiding curiosity about the world around him. Dressed in the traditional robes of his order, Puccinelli's posture is one of quiet reflection, as if he is lost in thought, pondering the mysteries of the past. Puccinelli's scholarly pursuits were many and varied. He was a prolific writer, penning numerous works on local history, biography, and antiquities. His most famous work, "Historia Monasterii S. Benedicti in Pescia," is a meticulously researched account of the history of the Benedictine monastery in Pescia, which he served as prior. Despite the passage of centuries, Puccinelli's legacy endures. His writings continue to be studied and admired by scholars and history enthusiasts alike, offering valuable insights into the rich cultural heritage of Tuscany and the broader Italian peninsula. In this photograph, we are reminded not only of the importance of preserving the past but also of the enduring power of the human spirit to explore, learn, and create. Placido Puccinelli's life and work serve as a reminder that history is not just a collection of facts and dates, but a living, breathing narrative that connects us to the past and shapes our understanding of the present. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back in time, offering us a glimpse into the mind of a man who dedicated his life to uncovering the stories and secrets of the past.
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