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Giovanni Papini / Popolo
GIOVANNI PAPINI Italian philosopher and writer
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1881 1956 Bushy Giovanni Philosopher Popolo Spectacles
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the introspective and intellectual gaze of renowned Italian philosopher and writer, Giovanni Papini. Taken in 1956, the image finds Papini in the prime of his later years, with a bushy mustache framing his prominent nose and a pair of thick-rimmed spectacles perched upon the bridge of his nose. The historical context of the photograph is not explicitly stated, but the formal attire and serious expression suggest a scholarly setting, perhaps in a library or lecture hall. Born in 1881 in Pescia, Italy, Papini was a prolific writer and philosopher who made significant contributions to Italian literature and thought. He was a key figure in the literary movement known as "la Scuola Metaphysica," which sought to explore the metaphysical and spiritual dimensions of human existence. Papini's works, which spanned a wide range of genres, included novels, essays, and philosophical treatises. Despite his intellectual pursuits, Papini was also deeply engaged with the political and social issues of his time. He was a vocal critic of fascism and an advocate for the working class, as evidenced by the title "Popolo" (people) that appears in some of his most famous works. This aspect of his legacy is reflected in the title of this photograph, which underscores his commitment to the concerns and struggles of the Italian people. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complex and multifaceted life of a man who was both a profound thinker and a passionate advocate for the human condition. It invites us to reflect on the enduring power of the written word and the capacity of the human spirit to transcend the boundaries of time and place.
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