Jigsaw Puzzle : Christopher Butkens
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Christopher Butkens
CHRISTOPHER BUTKENS Flemish historian and Cistercian monk Date: 1590 - 1650
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Media ID 14282016
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1590 1650 Christopher Cistercian Desk Flemish Historian Inscription Latin Monk
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Bring history to life with our exquisite Christopher Butkens jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an intricately detailed image of the Flemish historian and Cistercian monk, this puzzle is a must-have for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike. Meticulously reproduced from a high-quality print sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle offers a challenging yet rewarding experience. Engage your mind, improve focus, and create a beautiful display piece with this captivating jigsaw puzzle of Christopher Butkens. Dive into the past and unlock the mysteries of the 16th century with every piece you place.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph print captures the scholarly intensity of Christopher Butkens, a Flemish historian and Cistercian monk, as he immerses himself in his studies during the 17th century. Butkens, born around 1590, dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the preservation of history. The monk's desk, cluttered with books and papers, is a testament to his relentless research. A large, open tome lies before him, its pages filled with Latin script, while a quill pen and inkwell are at the ready for note-taking. The cross on the wall behind him serves as a reminder of his religious devotion and the monastic traditions that shaped his intellectual pursuits. Butkens' scholarly achievements are commemorated in the inscription below the photograph, which reads, "Christophorus Butkens, Monachus Cisterciensis, Historicus," translating to "Christopher Butkens, Cistercian Monk, Historian." His work, which focused on the history of the Low Countries and the Cistercian order, remains an invaluable contribution to the historical record. Despite the passage of time, this photograph print transports us back to the quiet, focused world of a dedicated scholar, surrounded by the tools of his trade and the unwavering commitment to his craft. The image serves as a reminder of the enduring power of knowledge and the importance of preserving the stories of the past for future generations.
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