Poster Print : Peirisc (Blanchard)
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Peirisc (Blanchard)
NICOLAS-CLAUDE FABRI DE PEIRESC French Scholar and Antiquary Date: 1580 - 1637
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Media ID 14273297
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1580 1637 Antiquary Blanchard Claude Nicolas Scholar Skull Fabri Peiresc
27x27 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite selection of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, titled "Peirisc (Blanchard)" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the enigmatic figure of Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637), a renowned French scholar and antiquary. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the past as you adorn your walls with this stunning, high-quality poster print. Perfect for the home or office, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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 evocative portrait captures the intellectual curiosity and scholarly pursuits of Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637), a renowned French scholar and antiquary of the early modern period. Peiresc, often referred to as the "father of French antiquarianism," is depicted here in a thoughtful and introspective pose, donning a simple skullcap. His piercing gaze and furrowed brow suggest a deep engagement with the study of history and the ancient world. Born in Provence, Peiresc was a polymath who made significant contributions to various fields, including mathematics, astronomy, and archaeology. He was a founding member of the Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres in Paris and played a key role in the establishment of the French Academy of Sciences. Peiresc's extensive travels throughout Europe and the Mediterranean allowed him to amass a vast collection of ancient coins, inscriptions, and manuscripts, which he donated to the Bibliothèque Nationale de France upon his death. The skullcap Peiresc wears in this portrait is a symbol of his commitment to the study of antiquities and the past. It is a reminder of the fleeting nature of human existence and the importance of preserving the knowledge and artifacts of history for future generations. This image not only captures the essence of Peiresc's scholarly pursuits but also speaks to the enduring allure of history and the human desire to understand the past.
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