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BOOKSELLER, 1646. An itenerant bookseller
BOOKSELLER, 1646.
An itenerant bookseller. Etching, French, 1646, by Simon Guillain after Annibale Carracci, from The Diverse Figure
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Media ID 13135015
1646 Baroque Basket Beret Bookseller Commerce Etching Salesman Simon Vendor Annibale Carracci
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the enchanting world of 17th-century book culture into your home with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints featuring "BOOKSELLER, 1646. An itinerant bookseller" by Simon Guillain after Annibale Carracci. This captivating etching, originally created in France in 1646, showcases an itinerant bookseller in a lively and intriguing scene. Add a touch of history and artistry to your walls with this exquisite print from Granger Art on Demand. Perfect for book lovers, scholars, or those who appreciate the rich history of literature. Experience the charm of the past with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.5cm x 59.4cm (14.4" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 print takes us back in time to the year 1646, where we witness the intriguing life of an itinerant bookseller. The etching, skillfully created by Simon Guillain after Annibale Carracci's original work, captures the essence of this unique profession during the Baroque era. In this scene, we see a man dressed in traditional French attire; his beret perched jauntily on his head as he carries a basket filled with precious books. With determination etched on his face, he navigates through bustling streets and busy marketplaces, offering knowledge and entertainment to eager customers. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of the etching. From the intricate folds of the bookseller's clothing to the worn-out texture of his basket, each element tells a story of commerce and travel. It is as if we can almost hear him haggling with potential buyers or engaging them in lively conversations about literature. This print serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, there were individuals who dedicated their lives to spreading knowledge through printed words. It invites us to appreciate not only their entrepreneurial spirit but also their contribution towards shaping society through access to information. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand collection titled "BOOKSELLER, 1646" let us be inspired by those who came before us and continue cherishing books as gateways into new worlds and endless possibilities.
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