Print of Wisdom Conquering Ignorance, a 16th-century engraving

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Embrace the timeless wisdom of the ages with our Framed Print of 'Wisdom Conquering Ignorance' by Aegidius Sadeler II. This masterpiece, originally created in 1597, shows the triumph of knowledge over ignorance. The intricate details and colors of this Heritage Image come alive in our frames, adding a touch of sophistication and depth to any room. Let the wisdom of this iconic image inspire and enlighten your space, and be a constant reminder of the power of knowledge. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home.

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Photo Prints - Add a touch of artistry to your home with Photo Prints of 'Wisdom Conquering Ignorance, c.1597' by Aegidius Sadeler II from Heritage Images. This engraving is now available as Photo Prints perfect for decorating any room, making it an ideal wall art gift or personal decorative item.

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Canvas Prints - Bring the timeless wisdom of the past into your modern home with our Canvas Print of "Wisdom Conquering Ignorance," created by Aegidius Sadeler II in 1597. This image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts the triumph of knowledge over ignorance, symbolized by the figure of Wisdom crowned and holding a torch, while Ignorance is shown as a blindfolded woman. The intricate details and colors of this artwork come alive on our canvas, making it an addition to any room. Elevate your decor and inspire reflection with this thought-provoking piece.

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Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.3cm x 24.4cm (6.8" x 9.6")

Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")

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