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Poster Print : Roger Bacon, English experimental scientist, philosopher and Franciscan friar
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Roger Bacon, English experimental scientist, philosopher and Franciscan friar
Roger Bacon, English experimental scientist, philosopher and Franciscan friar. Bacon (c1214-1292) was known as Doctor Mirabilis due to his interest in magic and alchemy, the pursuit of which led ultimately to his being expelled from the Franciscan order. He experimented with optics and lenses, leading to the development of spectacles. Here Bacon, imprisoned in a monastery in Paris, sends the manuscript of his Opus Majus to Pope Clement IV, using a brother friar as a messenger
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of poster prints featuring the enigmatic figure of Roger Bacon. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the English experimental scientist, philosopher, and Franciscan friar (c1214-1292), who was famously known as Doctor Mirabilis for his groundbreaking work in magic and alchemy. Bring the intrigue of Bacon's intellectual pursuits into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, perfect for sparking curiosity and igniting conversations. Order yours today and join the enduring fascination with the mind of this extraordinary historical figure.
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 59.4cm x 39.4cm (23.4" x 15.5")
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.
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This print captures the essence of Roger Bacon, a remarkable figure in history. Known as Doctor Mirabilis for his fascination with magic and alchemy, Bacon's insatiable curiosity led him down a path that ultimately resulted in his expulsion from the Franciscan order. Despite this setback, he continued to pursue his scientific endeavors. In this image, we find Bacon imprisoned within a monastery in Paris. Confined to his cell, he seizes an opportunity to send his groundbreaking manuscript, Opus Majus, to Pope Clement IV through a fellow friar acting as a messenger. The intensity on Bacon's face reflects both determination and hope as he entrusts his life's work into the hands of another. Bacon's contributions to science cannot be understated. His experiments with optics and lenses paved the way for the development of spectacles – an invention that revolutionized vision correction. Beyond these advancements, however, lies a man deeply rooted in philosophy and religion. Wearing the traditional habit of a Franciscan friar, Bacon embodies both intellectuality and spirituality in equal measure. This image serves as a reminder of how one individual can transcend societal boundaries by pursuing knowledge relentlessly. As we gaze upon this engraving from centuries past, we are transported back to medieval England where Roger Bacon challenged conventional wisdom and pushed the boundaries of human understanding. His story is one that continues to inspire generations today - reminding us all of our capacity for innovation even amidst adversity
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