Canvas Print : Religio Medici
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Religio Medici
RELIGIO MEDICI Title page from the first edition of Thomas Brownes book
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1642 Browne Edition Medici Title Religio
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the exquisite range of Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of "Religio Medici" title page from Thomas Browne's seminal work, as beautifully preserved in the Mary Evans Picture Library. This striking print showcases the intricate detail and timeless elegance of this iconic image from the first edition of Browne's groundbreaking book. Enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home or office with this breathtaking work of art, expertly reproduced on high-quality canvas for a vibrant, gallery-quality finish. Elevate your space with the rich history and enduring beauty of this classic print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
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 title page is from the first edition of Thomas Browne's seminal work, Religio Medici, published in 1642. Browne (1605-1682), an English physician and author, penned this profound and influential work as a series of reflections on religion, medicine, and the human condition. The title page, adorned with intricate engravings, reflects the intellectual and spiritual depth of the text that follows. The central image on the title page depicts the Medici family crest, a testament to the influence of the renowned Florentine dynasty on Browne's thinking. The Medici were patrons of the arts and sciences, and their support for scholars and thinkers like Galileo Galilei and Giambattista Marino left an indelible mark on the intellectual landscape of the time. Browne, who was deeply influenced by the Medici tradition, dedicated his work to Cosimo II de' Medici, the Grand Duke of Tuscany. The title, Religio Medici, is inscribed in elegant script at the top of the page. The Latin term "religio" translates to "religion," while "medici" refers to "the learned" or "the healer." The title suggests that Browne intended to explore the intersection of spirituality and healing, two themes that are woven throughout the text. The intricate engravings surrounding the title page illustrate various symbols of medicine and religion, further emphasizing the interconnectedness of these two domains. The serpent, a common symbol of medicine, is entwined around a staff, while a cross and a skull are depicted nearby. These symbols reflect the complex and sometimes paradoxical nature of Browne's ideas, which continue to captivate readers and scholars alike more than three centuries after the publication of Religio Medici.
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