Greetings Card : Clement VII (14781534), born Giulio di Giuliano de Medici
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Clement VII (14781534), born Giulio di Giuliano de Medici
Clement VII ), born Giulio di Giuliano de Medici Cardinal from 1513 to 1523 and Pope from 1523 to 1534. Thanks to his patronage Michelangelo finished the paintings of the Last Judgement in the Sistine Chapel. Engraving by R. Cremer. Colored
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Cardinal Clement Ecclesiastic Florence Florentine Giuliano Giulio Medici Patron Patronage Pope Cremer
Greetings Card (A5)
Bring history to life with our exquisite selection of Greeting Cards from Media Storehouse. This card features a captivating image of Clement VII, also known as Giulio de Medici, by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Born into the powerful Medici family in 1478, Clement VII served as Cardinal from 1513 to 1523 and became Pope in 1523. During his papacy, he played a crucial role in the completion of Michelangelo's masterpiece, the Last Judgement, in the Sistine Chapel. Express your thoughts with a touch of history and elegance. Order now and let the story unfold.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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 engraving depicts Clement VII, born Giulio di Giuliano de Medici (1478-1534), during his tenure as Pope from 1523 to 1534. A prominent figure of the Italian Renaissance, Clement VII was a Florentine cardinal from 1513 to 1523 before ascending to the papacy. The engraving, skillfully executed by R. Cremer, captures the pope's regal profile, adorned in the rich robes of his ecclesiastical office. Clement VII's patronage of the arts is a notable aspect of his reign. One of his most significant contributions was the completion of Michelangelo's masterpiece, the Last Judgment, in the Sistine Chapel. This groundbreaking work, which depicts the final events of human history, remains a testament to the artistic brilliance of the Renaissance period. Born into the influential Medici family of Florence, Clement VII navigated the complex political landscape of the time, balancing the interests of various European powers. His reign was marked by the Sack of Rome in 1527, which further solidified his reputation as a skilled diplomat and political strategist. This image, rendered in rich colors, offers a glimpse into the life of a pivotal figure in the history of the Catholic Church and the Italian Renaissance. The engraving serves as a reminder of Clement VII's enduring impact on the art world and the religious landscape of Europe during the 16th century.
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