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The Four Fathers of the Church, 1632, by Abraham Bloemaert (
Abraham Bloemaert (1566-1651). Dutch painter. The Four Fathers of the Church, 1632. Catharijneconvent Museum. Utrecht. Netherlands
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1632 Abraham Angel Baroque Bishop Candelabra Candle Catharijneconvent Doctors Fathers Four Frame Gloves Habit Latin Netherlandish Netherlands Utrecht Bloemaert
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 18.3cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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 stunning 17th-century painting, titled "The Four Fathers of the Church" by the renowned Dutch artist Abraham Bloemaert, showcases an intriguing and profound scene. The work, created in 1632 and currently housed at the Catharijneconvent Museum in Utrecht, Netherlands, is a testament to the rich history of art and religion in the Netherlands during the Baroque period. Bloemaert masterfully depicts four prominent early Christian figures, commonly referred to as the Four Fathers of the Church, seated around a table adorned with a Latin book, candelabra, and candles. The figures, dressed in bishops' habits and wearing gloves, are engaged in deep conversation, their expressions conveying a sense of wisdom and contemplation. The first figure on the left is identified as Pope Leo the Great, wearing a triple crown and holding a book. Next to him is Augustine of Hippo, represented with an open book and a candle, symbolizing wisdom and learning. To his right is Ambrose of Milan, depicted with a mitre and a book, and lastly, Jerome, who is shown with a cardinal's hat and a lion, symbolizing his famous encounter with the lion in the desert. The interior of the scene is filled with an air of tranquility and reverence, with the warm glow of the candles casting a gentle light over the figures and the intricately detailed frame. The painting's intricate details, from the folds of the robes to the delicate patterns on the candelabra, showcase Bloemaert's exceptional skill as a painter. "The Four Fathers of the Church" is not only a beautiful work of art but also a significant historical piece that provides a glimpse into the religious and intellectual climate of the Netherlands during the 17th century. The painting's enduring appeal lies in its ability to transport viewers to a time when the study and interpretation of religious texts were the cornerstone of intellectual discourse and spiritual growth.
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