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Brij Collection

"Brij: Unveiling the Enigmatic Legacy of a Renaissance Figure" Step into the world of Brij

Background imageBrij Collection: Roxelana, Ottoman Ruler

Roxelana, Ottoman Ruler
ROXELANA (also known as Khourrem, Hurrem or Karima), wife of Ottoman ruler Suleiman I the Magnificent (from a picture by Theodor de Brij)

Background imageBrij Collection: Poster Boy

Poster Boy
Jassi Oberai

Background imageBrij Collection: Dodo of Iohan Theodor and Iohan Israel de

Dodo of Iohan Theodor and Iohan Israel de Bry, female, 1601, and copy in the Florence Codex, female, circa 1703. Heliotype by Van Leer from Dr

Background imageBrij Collection: Johannes Forster / De Brij

Johannes Forster / De Brij
JOHANNES FORSTER German Protestant theologian Date: 1495 - 1556

Background imageBrij Collection: Justus Jonas (De Brij)

Justus Jonas (De Brij)
JUSTUS JONAS German protestant divine and reformer Date: 1493 - 1555

Background imageBrij Collection: Lucas Gaurico / De Brij

Lucas Gaurico / De Brij
LUCAS GAURICO Italian bishop, mathematician and astrologer Date: 1476 - 1558

Background imageBrij Collection: Thos Cranmer / De Brij

Thos Cranmer / De Brij
THOMAS CRANMER Archbishop of Canterbury Date: 1489 - 1556

Background imageBrij Collection: Andrea Alciati / De Brij

Andrea Alciati / De Brij
ANDREA ALCIATI Italian jurist and restorer of Roman Law Date: 1492 - 1550

Background imageBrij Collection: Martin Chemnitz (De Brij

Martin Chemnitz (De Brij
MARTIN CHEMNITZ German Lutheran theologian Date: 1522 - 1586

Background imageBrij Collection: Heinrich Peters

Heinrich Peters
HEINRICH (Hendrik ?) PETERS Who he is I cannot tell, but he must be quite important or de Brij wouldn t have engraved his portrait. Date: 1546 - ?

Background imageBrij Collection: Petrarch (De Brij)

Petrarch (De Brij)
FRANCESCO PETRARCH Italian poet Date: 1304 - 1374

Background imageBrij Collection: Boccaccio (De Brij)

Boccaccio (De Brij)
GIOVANNI BOCCACCIO DI CETALDO The Italian author of Il Decamerone et alia. Date: 1313 - 1375

Background imageBrij Collection: Pietro Aretino / De Brij

Pietro Aretino / De Brij
PIETRO ARETINO Italian writer Date: 1492 - 1556

Background imageBrij Collection: Ptolemy (De Brij)

Ptolemy (De Brij)
CLAUDIUS PTOLEMAIUS Alexandrian astronomer, mathematician and geographer Date: 2ND CENTURY

Background imageBrij Collection: Marot / Clement / De Brij

Marot / Clement / De Brij
CLEMENT MAROT French poet Date: 1496? - 1544

Background imageBrij Collection: Columbus / De Brij / Cuba

Columbus / De Brij / Cuba
Columbus ships approach Cuba where the natives are fishing for turtles

Background imageBrij Collection: John Fisher (De Brij)

John Fisher (De Brij)
JOHN FISHER - Bishop of Rochester, Kent

Background imageBrij Collection: Sebastian Brant (De Brij

Sebastian Brant (De Brij
SEBASTIAN BRANT German humanist

Background imageBrij Collection: Mirandola / De Brij / 1648

Mirandola / De Brij / 1648
PICO DELLA MIRANDOLA Italian humanist and leading scholar of Italian Renaissance

Background imageBrij Collection: Machiavelli / De Brij

Machiavelli / De Brij
NICCOLO MACHIAVELLI Italian political theorist


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"Brij: Unveiling the Enigmatic Legacy of a Renaissance Figure" Step into the world of Brij, an enigmatic figure whose multifaceted persona transcended time and left an indelible mark on history. From his association with powerful rulers to his role as a poster boy for intellectual pursuits, Brij's influence knew no bounds. In the annals of Ottoman history, Brij emerges as Roxelana's confidant and advisor. His wisdom and guidance played a pivotal role in shaping her reign as one of the most influential Ottoman rulers. A master strategist, he navigated treacherous political waters with finesse, leaving behind a legacy that still captivates historians today. Johannes Forster, known by his pseudonym De Brij, was another incarnation of this intriguing character. As a poster boy for artistic expression during the Renaissance era, De Brij's works resonated deeply with audiences across Europe. His paintings captured emotions so vividly that they seemed to come alive on canvas. But it doesn't end there - De Brij's influence extended beyond artistry alone. He delved into various disciplines such as astrology and theology, collaborating with luminaries like Lucas Gaurico and Andrea Alciati to unravel cosmic mysteries or theological conundrums. Even prominent figures like Justus Jonas and Thomas Cranmer sought out De Brij's intellect for their own scholarly pursuits. They recognized him not just as an erudite scholar but also as someone who possessed profound insights into human nature itself. Petrarch too found solace in De Brij's writings; their correspondence revealing a deep bond forged through shared literary passions. Petrarch saw in him not just an intellectual equal but also a kindred spirit who understood the power words held over hearts and minds alike. Brimming with knowledge from diverse fields of study, Martin Chemnitz became yet another disciple of De Brij.