Glass Coaster : N C Fabri De Peiresc
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N C Fabri De Peiresc
NICOLAS-CLAUDE FABRI DE PEIRESC French scholar, antiquary &c Date: 1580 - 1637
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1580 1637 Antiquary Claude Nicolas Scholar Fabri Peiresc
Glass Coaster
Individual Glass Coaster. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (10x10cm, 7mm thick). Price shown is per individual coaster.
Individual Glass Coaster. Elegant polished safety toughened glass and heat resistant, matching Place Mats are also available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 5.8cm x 7.6cm (2.3" x 3")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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
Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637): A Pioneering Scholar and Antiquary of the Seventeenth Century This evocative portrait captures the intellectual brilliance and inquisitive spirit of Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc, a French scholar and antiquary of the seventeenth century. Born in 1580 in Peiresc, Provence, Fabri de Peiresc was a man of prodigious learning and insatiable curiosity. He is best known for his contributions to the fields of archaeology, history, and natural history. Fabri de Peiresc was a true polymath, with a vast range of interests that extended from ancient coins and inscriptions to botany and geology. He was a founding member of the Académie des Sciences in Paris and played a crucial role in the establishment of the French Academy of Inscriptions and Belles-Lettres. His extensive correspondence with scholars and intellectuals across Europe helped to foster a spirit of intellectual exchange and collaboration. The portrait depicts Fabri de Peiresc in the prime of his life, with a serious and contemplative expression that belies the depth of his knowledge and the breadth of his interests. He is shown wearing the robes of the French Academy, signifying his esteemed position in the intellectual community of his time. The background of the portrait is adorned with books and antiquities, symbolizing his dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and the preservation of the past. Fabri de Peiresc's legacy extends far beyond the borders of France. His discoveries and contributions to the fields of archaeology, history, and natural history continue to influence scholars and researchers to this day. This portrait serves as a testament to his enduring impact on the intellectual landscape of the seventeenth century and beyond.
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