Mouse Mat : Pietro Vettori / Larmessin
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Pietro Vettori / Larmessin
PIETRO VETTORI or VICTORIUS Italian scholar and writer
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Media ID 616741
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1499 1585 Larmessin Oval Pietro Scholar Trimming Vettori
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 23.7cm (7" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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 portrait captures the intellectual depth and refined elegance of Pietro Vettori, also known as Victorius, an Italian scholar and writer of the late 16th century. The oval image, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, dates back to 1585 and was created by an unknown artist. Vettori, dressed in a rich fur-trimmed robe, gazes intently out at the viewer with a serious expression, his furrowed brow and piercing eyes conveying a sense of deep thought and concentration. Born in Florence in 1539, Vettori was a prominent figure in the Florentine literary and academic world. He was a prolific writer, producing works on a wide range of subjects, including history, philosophy, and literature. One of his most famous works is "De Magistratibus et Rebus Urbanis," a comprehensive history of the city of Florence. Vettori's scholarly pursuits were not limited to the written word. He was also a respected teacher and mentor, and served as the librarian of the Medici family's renowned library, La Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana. His influence extended beyond Florence, as he was also a correspondent of many prominent scholars and intellectuals of the time, including Galileo Galilei and Giambattista Vico. Despite his many accomplishments, Vettori's life was not without controversy. He was a vocal critic of the Catholic Church and its abuses, and was even excommunicated for his outspokenness. However, his commitment to truth and knowledge remained unwavering, and he continued to write and teach until his death in 1613. This portrait of Pietro Vettori, with its intricate fur trim and intense gaze, serves as a reminder of the enduring power of the written word and the importance of intellectual curiosity and pursuit of knowledge. It is a testament to Vettori's legacy as a scholar, writer, and thinker, and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Italian Renaissance.
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