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Jakob Fugger (Jakob I)
JAKOB FUGGER (JAKOB I) German founder of the Fugger firm (financiers and merchants in Augsburg, Germany). Date: ? - 1469
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1469 Augsburg Financiers Firm Founder Fugger Jakob Merchants
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.
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Jakob Fugger, also known as Jakob I, was a prominent German entrepreneur and founder of the renowned Fugger firm based in Augsburg, Germany. Born in the late 15th century, the exact date of his birth is unknown, but he is believed to have been born around 1459. Jakob Fugger's legacy lies in his significant contributions to the fields of finance and trade during a time when Europe was undergoing profound economic and political transformations. In this striking portrait, Jakob Fugger is depicted wearing a fur-lined hat and a richly decorated collar, signifying his wealth and status. The image captures the intensity and determination of a man who would go on to build a business empire that would span across Europe and beyond. The Fugger firm, which began as a modest copper mining operation, soon expanded into banking and merchant activities. Jakob Fugger's innovative financial strategies, such as issuing interest-bearing securities and establishing a network of agents and correspondents, enabled the firm to amass vast wealth and influence. The Fugger family became major patrons of the arts, supporting artists such as Albrecht Dürer and Titian, and played a significant role in the political landscape of Europe, advising rulers and financing military campaigns. Jakob Fugger died on December 31, 1469, leaving behind a legacy that would continue to shape the economic and cultural landscape of Europe for centuries to come. This portrait is a testament to his vision, determination, and entrepreneurial spirit, and serves as a reminder of the important role that individuals can play in shaping history.
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