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Guillaume de Rubrouck
Guillaume de Rubrouck - a Flemish Franciscan missionary and explorer. His account of his travels is one of the masterpieces of medieval geographical literature, comparable to those of Marco Polo and Ibn Battuta
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Media ID 19921630
© AEO Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools / Mary Evans
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring the captivating image of Guillaume de Rubrouck. This rare and intriguing portrait of the Flemish Franciscan missionary and explorer, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the medieval world. With his compelling story of travels and adventures, Guillaume de Rubrouck's account remains a masterpiece of geographical literature. Bring the rich history of the Middle Ages into your home or office with our high-quality, rights-managed photographic prints. Order yours today and let the story unfold.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
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Guillaume de Rubrouck: The Flemish Franciscan Explorer and His Journey to the Far East This evocative image captures Guillaume de Rubrouck, a Flemish Franciscan friar, as he embarks on his historic journey to the Far East in the late 13th century. Born in Tournai, Belgium, around 1210, Rubrouck was a man of deep spiritual commitment and insatiable curiosity. In 1253, he was granted permission by Pope Innocent IV to lead a mission to the Mongol Empire, aiming to spread the Christian faith and establish diplomatic relations. The photograph, taken from an original illustration in a medieval manuscript, depicts Rubrouck in the garb of a Franciscan friar, clad in a brown robe with a cord and a simple wooden cross. His determined gaze and the map in his hand symbolize his unwavering dedication to his mission and his thirst for geographical knowledge. Rubrouck's account of his travels, known as the "Itinerarium," is a masterpiece of medieval geographical literature, comparable to those of Marco Polo and Ibn Battuta. His journey took him through the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Mongol Empire, providing invaluable insights into the cultures, religions, and geography of the regions he visited. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of Rubrouck's significant contribution to the exploration and understanding of the world during the Middle Ages. His journey not only expanded the horizons of medieval Europe but also paved the way for future explorers and the Age of Discovery.
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