Metal Print : Sebald Heyden - German churchman and philologist
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Sebald Heyden - German churchman and philologist
Sebald Heyden (1494-1561) - German churchman and philologist, and pioneer of the Reformation. He was a musicologist, cantor, theologian, hymn-writer and religious poet. He is perhaps best known for his De arte canendi (" On the Art of Singing", third installment published 1540) which is considered to have had a major impact on scholarship and the teaching of singing to young boys. It has been speculated that Heyden was the worlds first true musicologist. Date: circa 1550s
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Churchman Philologist Pioneer Sebald Sixteenth Theologian Cantor Heyden Musicologist
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the intellectual and artistic legacy of Sebald Heyden into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring an exquisite image of Sebald Heyden, this print showcases the German churchman and philologist, renowned for his pioneering role in the Reformation. As a musicologist, cantor, theologian, hymn-writer, and religious poet, Heyden's influence on history is undeniable. Our high-quality metal prints offer a unique and modern way to display this captivating image, adding a touch of history and culture to any space. With vibrant colors and exceptional detail, each print is meticulously crafted to provide a stunning visual representation of this remarkable figure in history.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this 16th-century portrait, Sebald Heyden (1494-1561) is depicted as a thoughtful and scholarly figure, embodying the intellectual rigor and depth that characterized his multifaceted career as a German churchman, philologist, musicologist, cantor, theologian, hymn-writer, and religious poet. Heyden, born in the late 15th century, was a pioneer of the Reformation and a leading figure in the musical and educational spheres of his time. His groundbreaking work, "De arte canendi" ("On the Art of Singing"), published in three installments between 1531 and 1540, is considered a seminal text in the history of musicology. This comprehensive treatise on the art of singing had a profound impact on scholarship and the teaching of music to young boys in Europe. Heyden's expertise in music, theology, and language made him a unique and influential figure in the intellectual landscape of the 16th century. His contributions to the development of music education and the study of music theory laid the foundation for future generations of musicians and scholars. This portrait, believed to have been created in the 1550s, captures the essence of a man whose curiosity, dedication, and innovative spirit left an indelible mark on the world of music and theology. As a cantor, Heyden was responsible for the musical education of young boys in the church, and his hymns and religious poetry continue to be sung and read today. His work as a theologian and religious writer further solidified his status as a respected and influential figure in the German Reformation. This image of Sebald Heyden serves as a testament to his enduring legacy and the profound impact he had on the fields of musicology, theology, and education during the 16th century.
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