Justus Candidus Cautus
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Justus Candidus Cautus
JUSTUS CANDIDUS CAUTUS Evidently a man of culture, judging by his workplace and the attributes of this intriguing engraving - but we know nothing about him... Date: circa 1746
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1746 Attributes Evidently Intriguing Judging Justus Workplace
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Justus Candidus Cautus: A Man of Unknown Culture and Scholarship (circa 1746) This intriguing engraving, entitled "Justus Candidus Cautus," presents a man of evident culture and learning, as evidenced by his refined workplace and the attributes surrounding him. The image, believed to have been created around 1746, offers a glimpse into the life of this enigmatic figure, whose identity remains a mystery. Justus Candidus Cautus is depicted in a well-appointed study, filled with books, maps, and scientific instruments. The man himself is dressed in the fashion of the day, with a flowing robe and a thoughtful expression. In one hand, he holds a quill pen, while in the other, he cradles a globe. The symbols of Mercury, the god of commerce and wisdom, and the caduceus, a staff entwined with serpents, are also present, suggesting that Justus was a man of both business acumen and intellectual pursuits. Despite the wealth of details in the engraving, little is known about the man himself. Some historians believe that he may have been a real person, while others think that he was an idealized representation of the scholar and merchant of the time. Regardless of his true identity, the image of Justus Candidus Cautus serves as a reminder of the importance of knowledge and culture in the 18th century, and the enduring allure of the scholarly life.
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