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Bartolus of Sasso Ferrato
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Bartolus of Sasso Ferrato
BARTOLUS OF SASSO FERRATO (1314 - 1357) Italian jurist. Date: circa 1350
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1350 Jurist Sasso Sassoferrato
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1. Title: "Bartolus of Sasso Ferrato (1314-1357): The Illustrious Italian Jurist of the Middle Ages" 2. Subtitle: "A Glimpse into the Life and Legacy of a Legal Pioneer" 3.. This evocative image, believed to date from around 1350, captures the enigmatic figure of Bartolus of Sasso Ferrato (1314-1357), an influential Italian jurist whose groundbreaking contributions to medieval law have left an indelible mark on legal history. Born in the town of Sasso Ferrato, in central Italy, Bartolus studied law at the prestigious University of Bologna, where he would later teach and establish himself as a leading authority on Roman and canon law. The portrait, with its somber palette and intricate detail, invites us to ponder the depth and complexity of Bartolus' intellect. His penetrating gaze and furrowed brow suggest a mind deeply engaged in the pursuit of knowledge and justice. The richly textured robes and ornate headdress, adorned with precious stones and intricate embroidery, attest to his esteemed social standing and the reverence in which he was held by his contemporaries. Bartolus' legal innovations, which included the concept of "pacta sunt servanda" (agreements must be kept) and the recognition of the power of the state to legislate, helped to lay the foundations for modern legal systems. His seminal work, the "Quasestiones Variae," remains a cornerstone of medieval legal scholarship, and his influence can be traced through the works of subsequent jurists and legal theorists. As we contemplate this image, we are reminded of the enduring power of the human mind to shape the world around us, and of the debt we owe to the visionaries who have illuminated the path to progress. Bartolus of Sasso Ferrato, a true legal pioneer, continues to inspire and challenge us, as we strive to uphold the principles of justice and the rule of law.
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