Glass Frame : DUTHIELT, Louis (17th century). Cornelius Jansen
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DUTHIELT, Louis (17th century). Cornelius Jansen
DUTHIELT, Louis (17th century). Cornelius Jansen, bishop of Ypres. 1659. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Versailles. National Museum of Versailles
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Bishop Cornelius Jansen Paintings Pictures Versailles Ypres Masculine Persons
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
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
Cornelius Jansen, also known as Jansenius, was a prominent Dutch theologian and bishop of Ypres in the 17th century. This striking oil on canvas portrait, painted in 1659, captures the intellectual and spiritual depth of the man who would become a central figure in the Jansenist movement. The portrait, now housed in the National Museum of Versailles in France, offers a glimpse into the life of this influential religious leader. Born in Ypres, Belgium, Jansen studied theology at the University of Leuven before becoming a professor of theology at the University of Louvain. He gained a reputation for his rigorous interpretation of St. Augustine's teachings on grace and predestination, which would later come to be known as Jansenism. Despite his growing influence, Jansen's views were controversial, particularly among the Catholic Church hierarchy. In 1640, he published his most famous work, "Augustinus," which sparked a heated theological debate that would last for decades. Jansen's ideas were seen as a challenge to the Church's traditional teachings on free will and grace, and he was eventually condemned by the Pope and the Council of Trent. Despite the controversy, Jansen continued to write and teach, and his ideas gained a following among the laity and some members of the clergy. This portrait, painted during his later years, captures the intensity and determination of a man who refused to back down from his beliefs, even in the face of opposition. Today, Cornelius Jansen is remembered as a significant figure in the history of theology and religious thought. His ideas continue to influence scholars and theologians, and his legacy remains an important part of the intellectual heritage of Europe.
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