Poster Print : SECOND COUNCIL OF NICAEA. The Second Council of Nicaea, summoned by the Patriarch Tarasius in 787. Steel engraving, 19th century
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SECOND COUNCIL OF NICAEA. The Second Council of Nicaea, summoned by the Patriarch Tarasius in 787. Steel engraving, 19th century
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Media ID 7541921
Archbishop Byzantine Empire Cartouche Meeting Patriarch Synod Vestment Iznik
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Add historical depth to your space with this captivating print from the Media Storehouse range. Featuring the Second Council of Nicaea, this 19th-century steel engraving by The Granger Collection transports you back to 787 AD. Summoned by Patriarch Tarasius, this significant religious gathering marked the end of the Iconoclast Controversy and the triumphant restoration of icons in the Christian faith. Bring the intrigue and rich history of this pivotal moment to your home or office with this beautifully detailed and authentic print. Order now and make a statement with timeless art.
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 56cm x 42cm (22" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century steel engraving depicts the historic event known as the Second Council of Nicaea. Summoned by Patriarch Tarasius in the year 787, this significant gathering brought together prominent figures from the Byzantine Empire to discuss matters of great importance. In this intricately detailed print, we see a grand meeting taking place within an ornate chamber adorned with arches and columns. The participants, dressed in elaborate vestments, are engaged in deep discussion and debate. The central figure is none other than Archbishop Tarasius himself, who called for this synod to address religious issues that were dividing the empire. The atmosphere is filled with reverence and intellectual fervor as scholars and clergy gather under the watchful eye of history. Each face tells a story - some displaying determination while others reflect contemplation or conviction. The artist has masterfully captured every detail, from the delicate carvings on the cartouche framing the scene to each fold of fabric on their garments. This print serves as a window into a pivotal moment in religious history when decisions made here would shape future generations' beliefs and practices. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork, we are reminded of how events like these have shaped our world today – reminding us that knowledge and understanding can bridge divides even amidst complex theological debates.
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