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Rabelais with Glass
FRANCOIS RABELAIS French medical, known also for his writings Date: 1483? - 1553
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Media ID 14284516
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1483 1553 Francois Rabelais Writings
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the whimsical world of François Rabelais to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image, "Rabelais with Glass" from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the renowned French author and physician, known for his satirical and bawdy writing. Each print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Delve into the rich history of literature and art with this unique and intriguing piece, perfect for book lovers, history enthusiasts, and art collectors alike.
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. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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 image depicts the renowned French author François Rabelais, born around 1483, in an intimate moment of contemplation. Rabelais is best known for his groundbreaking literary works, which blurred the lines between the sacred and the profane, and challenged societal norms of the time. His most famous works, "Gargantua and Pantagruel," are considered seminal texts in the history of Western literature. In this photograph, Rabelais is seen holding a glass, his gaze fixed on an unseen horizon. The glass, filled with an amber liquid, reflects the warm glow of the fireplace behind him, casting an intriguing play of light and shadow on his face. The atmosphere is one of quiet reflection, as if Rabelais is pondering the depths of human experience and the complexities of the world around him. Rabelais's life was as intriguing as his work. He was a medical doctor by trade, but his literary pursuits eventually overshadowed his medical practice. He was a man of many contradictions - a doctor who wrote bawdy, satirical stories; a monk who mocked the Church; a scholar who reveled in the pleasures of the flesh. His works were banned and burned, yet they continued to be read and copied in secret, ensuring his legacy as a literary icon. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man who dared to challenge the status quo and leave an indelible mark on the annals of Western literature. The glass in his hand serves as a reminder of the mysteries of life, the passage of time, and the power of the written word to transport us to another world.
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