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CHRISTINA / DESCARTES
Rene Descartes explains his ideas to the scholarly queen Christina of Sweden Date: circa 1650
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1650 Christina Descartes Explains Ideas Rene Scholarly Sweden
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the intellectual brilliance of the past into your modern home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the captivating image of Christina of Sweden and René Descartes from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image, circa 1650, showcases the renowned philosopher sharing his groundbreaking ideas with the scholarly Queen Christina. Our high-quality metal prints are not just a beautiful addition to any room, they are also a testament to the enduring power of knowledge and the intrigue of history. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Elevate your decor and ignite your mind with this stunning piece of art.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image depicts a pivotal moment in intellectual history as Queen Christina of Sweden (1626-1689) engages in a profound dialogue with the renowned French philosopher René Descartes (1596-1650). The photograph, taken circa 1650, captures the essence of their intellectual exchange, which took place during Christina's visit to France. Queen Christina, known for her exceptional intellect and insatiable curiosity, was a patron of the arts and sciences. She had a keen interest in philosophy and theology, making her an ideal interlocutor for Descartes, who was in the process of disseminating his groundbreaking ideas. Descartes, famed for his methodical and systematic approach to knowledge, had recently published his seminal work, "Meditations on First Philosophy," which challenged traditional philosophical assumptions and laid the foundation for modern Western philosophy. In this photograph, Descartes, with a serious expression, explains his ideas to the scholarly queen, who listens intently, her gaze fixed on him. The setting, adorned with books and scholarly paraphernalia, underscores the significance of their intellectual exchange. The exchange between Christina and Descartes represents a pivotal moment in the history of ideas, as the queen's patronage and engagement with Descartes helped to disseminate his ideas throughout Europe and beyond. This photograph is a testament to the power of intellectual discourse and the importance of patronage in the dissemination of new ideas. It also highlights the remarkable figure of Queen Christina, who defied the conventions of her time by pursuing intellectual pursuits and engaging with leading thinkers of her era.
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