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Portrait of Voltaire, from a drawing by Denon made on 6th July 1775 (engraving)

XIR346115 Portrait of Voltaire, from a drawing by Denon made on 6th July 1775 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Denon, Dominique Vivant (1747-1825) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Francois Marie Arouet Voltaire (1694-1778); Ferney; French philosopher; ); French, out of copyright

Media ID 12862941

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Enlightenment Tondo

23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.5cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")

Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")

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 showcases the iconic "Portrait of Voltaire" captured from a drawing by Denon on July 6th, 1775. The engraving beautifully captures the essence of this renowned French philosopher, Francois Marie Arouet Voltaire (1694-1778). In this half-length portrait, we see an elderly Voltaire seated with his distinguished wig, emanating wisdom and intellect. His tondo-shaped frame adds a touch of elegance to the composition while emphasizing his prominence as a writer and author during the Enlightenment era. Voltaire's enigmatic smile hints at his sharp wit and satirical nature that made him one of history's most influential thinkers. Known for challenging societal norms through his plays and philosophical works, he became synonymous with intellectual freedom. The photograph transports us back in time to Ferney, where Voltaire spent much of his life passionately advocating for human rights, religious tolerance, and freedom of speech. It serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as a champion of reason and enlightenment. Displayed in Musee de la Ville de Paris at Musee Carnavalet in Paris, France; this engraving is a treasured piece that immortalizes Voltaire's contributions to literature and philosophy. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded not only of the man himself but also of the profound impact he had on shaping our modern world.

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