Home > Popular Themes > Poets
Photographic Print : Petrarch Meets Laura
Photo Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Petrarch Meets Laura
FRANCESCO PETRARCH Italian poet, depicted meeting Laura de Sade at Avignon
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4310651
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10056664
1304 1374 Avignon Depicted Francesco Laura Meeting Meets Petrarch Sade
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Italian poetry to your home with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, "Petrarch Meets Laura" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the legendary moment when Francesco Petrarch, the celebrated Italian poet, is said to have met his beloved Laura de Sade in Avignon. Immerse yourself in the rich history and romance of this iconic moment with this stunning, high-quality photographic print. A perfect addition to any art collection or as a thoughtful gift for the literature or art lover in your life.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.7cm x 35.5cm (7.8" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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 image captures the legendary moment when the great Italian poet, Francesco Petrarch (1304-1374), is said to have met his beloved Laura, whose identity remains a mystery but is believed to be Laura de Sade, in the enchanting city of Avignon, France. The year was around 1368, and Petrarch, already renowned for his literary prowess, was deeply moved by the beauty and grace of this woman, whom he had admired from afar for years. The scene is set against the backdrop of the Palais des Papes, the papal palace in Avignon, which was the seat of the Western Christian Church at the time. Petrarch, dressed in the robes of a scholar, gazes intently into the eyes of Laura, who is depicted as a vision of elegance and refinement. Her enigmatic smile and the delicate pose of her hand suggest a deep connection between the two. This meeting is a pivotal moment in the history of Western literature, as it is believed to have been the inspiration for Petrarch's famous sonnets dedicated to Laura, which helped establish the sonnet form as a literary genre. The profound emotional intensity and the exploration of the human experience expressed in these poems have left an indelible mark on literature and continue to captivate readers to this day. This print, depicting Petrarch and Laura's meeting, is a testament to the enduring power of love and the transformative effect it can have on art and literature. It invites us to reflect on the beauty and mystery of human connection and the timeless nature of our deepest emotions.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
