Poster Print : Savonarola / Boulonois
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Savonarola / Boulonois
Girolamo Maria Francesco Savonarola Italian Reformer
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Media ID 622614
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1452 1498 Boulonois Cowl Francesco Girolamo Maria Reformer Savonarola
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Savonarola / Boulonais poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece showcases a striking image of the Italian reformer, Girolamo Maria Francesco Savonarola. Known for his influential role in the Florentine Republic during the late 15th century, Savonarola's fervent sermons and prophecies made him a significant figure in the history of the Italian Renaissance. This beautifully detailed poster print is an essential addition to any art or history enthusiast's collection, evoking the spirit of the past and inspiring thoughtful reflection. Impeccably printed on premium quality paper, this poster is a timeless piece that is sure to captivate and intrigue. Bring a touch of history into your home or office with the Savonarola / Boulonais poster print from Media Storehouse.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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 intense and charismatic presence of Girolamo Maria Francesco Savonarola (1452-1498), the Italian friar, reformer, and prophet, who played a significant role in the political and religious upheavals of late 15th-century Florence. Savonarola is depicted here in his distinctive Franciscan cowl, his piercing gaze fixed on an unseen horizon, and his hands clasped in prayer or contemplation. The somber background and the serious expression on his face underscore the gravity of his mission. Born in Ferrara, Savonarola joined the Franciscan order in Bologna and later studied theology at the University of Padua. He gained a reputation as a brilliant preacher and a rigorous interpreter of Scripture. In 1490, he was called to Florence to preach against the excesses of the Medici family, who had been ruling the city since 1434. Savonarola's fiery sermons against luxury, corruption, and worldliness resonated with the Florentine people, who were tired of the Medici's tyranny. In 1494, Savonolara led a popular uprising that drove the Medici out of Florence and established a theocratic republic under his leadership. He implemented a program of moral and religious reform, including the Bonfire of the Vanities, a public burning of worldly goods and symbols of paganism and decadence. However, Savonarola's rule was short-lived. In 1498, he was arrested, tried, and executed on charges of heresy and sedition. Despite his tragic end, Savonarola's legacy as a reformer and a prophet endured. He inspired other religious and political movements, including the Protestant Reformation, and his writings continue to be studied by scholars and theologians today. This portrait, with its haunting beauty and its hint of mystery, invites us to reflect on the complex and fascinating life of this remarkable figure of Italian history.
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