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Rabelais with Glass
FRANCOIS RABELAIS French medical, known also for his writings Date: 1483? - 1553
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1483 1553 Francois Rabelais Writings
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of François Rabelais, the renowned French medical doctor and literary figure, with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of Rabelais, depicted in deep thought while gazing at a glass, is brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring a stunning and vibrant representation of this iconic figure from the Renaissance era. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office with our carefully curated collection of Fine Art Prints, and let the timeless beauty of Rabelais's image inspire and intrigue you for years to come.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.7cm x 59.4cm (16" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 image depicts the renowned French author François Rabelais, born around 1483, in an intimate moment of contemplation. Rabelais is best known for his groundbreaking literary works, which blurred the lines between the sacred and the profane, and challenged societal norms of the time. His most famous works, "Gargantua and Pantagruel," are considered seminal texts in the history of Western literature. In this photograph, Rabelais is seen holding a glass, his gaze fixed on an unseen horizon. The glass, filled with an amber liquid, reflects the warm glow of the fireplace behind him, casting an intriguing play of light and shadow on his face. The atmosphere is one of quiet reflection, as if Rabelais is pondering the depths of human experience and the complexities of the world around him. Rabelais's life was as intriguing as his work. He was a medical doctor by trade, but his literary pursuits eventually overshadowed his medical practice. He was a man of many contradictions - a doctor who wrote bawdy, satirical stories; a monk who mocked the Church; a scholar who reveled in the pleasures of the flesh. His works were banned and burned, yet they continued to be read and copied in secret, ensuring his legacy as a literary icon. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man who dared to challenge the status quo and leave an indelible mark on the annals of Western literature. The glass in his hand serves as a reminder of the mysteries of life, the passage of time, and the power of the written word to transport us to another world.
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