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Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt
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Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt
6339040 Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt. Vignettes of Saint Leobinus, Bishop of Chartres, Saint Cunigunde of Luxembourg, Holy Roman Empress, Saint Casimir Jagiellon, Prince of Poland, and Saint Gregory of Nyssa, Bishop of Nyssa. Chromolithograph from Legende Celeste, nouvelle histoire de la Vie des Saints, Celestial Legend, Lives of the Saints, Paul Mellier, Paris, 1845. Chromolithograph by Jules Desportes, professor of lithography at the Institut Royal des Sourds-Muets.); © Florilegius
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Celestial Legend Decorative Border Foliage Gilt Highlight Holy Roman Empress Icon Iconography Ikon Institut Royal Des Sourds Muets Jules Desportes Legende Celeste Lives Of The Saints Nouvelle Histoire De La Vie Des Saints Paul Mellier Professor Quill Pen Roman Catholic Saint Thomas Aquinas Vignettes Halo Martyr
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This stunning chromolithograph print showcases a captivating portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, one of the most influential theologians and philosophers in history. The image depicts him with a halo, symbolizing his status as a saint, while he holds a quill pen and Bible, representing his scholarly pursuits and religious devotion. Surrounded by an ornate decorative border adorned with foliage and gilt, the artwork exudes elegance and sophistication. The intricate details of the border add to the overall grandeur of the piece. In addition to Saint Thomas Aquinas, vignettes featuring other notable saints are also included in this composition. These include Saint Leobinus, Bishop of Chartres; Saint Cunigunde of Luxembourg, Holy Roman Empress; Saint Casimir Jagiellon, Prince of Poland; and Saint Gregory of Nyssa, Bishop of Nyssa. Each vignette serves as a visual tribute to these revered figures within Christianity. Created by Jules Desportes in the 19th century under the instruction from Paul Mellier for "Legende Celeste" this chromolithograph demonstrates Desportes' mastery as a professor at Institut Royal des Sourds-Muets. His expertise in lithography is evident through the vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail present throughout this artwork. Overall, this print offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate both religious iconography and artistic skill. It serves as a reminder not only of Saint Thomas Aquinas' significant contributions but also celebrates the rich heritage surrounding Christian martyrdoms depicted through ikons or icons like these that were highly valued during that time period.
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