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Franz Sonnius / Larmessin
FRANZ SONNIUS Flemish theologian
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1506 1576 Flemish Franz Larmessin Oval Theologian
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 oval portrait depicts Franz Sonnius, also known as François Larmessin (1506-1576), a prominent Flemish theologian and humanist of the Renaissance period. Sonnius was born in Tournai, in the Spanish Netherlands, and studied at the University of Louvain. He later became a professor of theology at the same institution, where he gained a reputation for his scholarly pursuits and his commitment to the reform of the Church. Sonnius is shown in the portrait wearing the distinctive attire of a learned scholar of the time. He wears a black robe with a white collar, signifying his academic status, and a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a tassel, which was a common accessory for scholars and intellectuals during the Renaissance. The artist has skillfully captured the subtle play of light and shadow on Sonnius's face, creating an impression of depth and dimension. The portrait also reveals Sonnius's intense gaze, which suggests a man of deep thought and reflection. His piercing eyes seem to gaze intently into the distance, as if contemplating the complex theological issues that consumed his scholarly pursuits. The intricate details of the portrait, from the delicate folds of Sonnius's robe to the meticulously rendered hat, attest to the artist's mastery of the medium. Despite the passage of time, this portrait of Franz Sonnius continues to captivate viewers with its striking composition, intricate detail, and the sense of intellectual depth it conveys. Sonnius's legacy as a Flemish theologian and humanist remains an important chapter in the history of European intellectual thought, and this portrait serves as a poignant reminder of his enduring influence.
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