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Photographic Print : LUTHER: PAPAL BULL, 1520. Title page of the German edition of the Bull Against Martin Luther
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LUTHER: PAPAL BULL, 1520. Title page of the German edition of the Bull Against Martin Luther
LUTHER: PAPAL BULL, 1520.
Title page of the German edition of the Bull Against Martin Luther and Followers, 1520, in which Pope Leo X ordered Luthers writings to be burned
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Media ID 12411182
1520 Ancient Rome Burn Exsurge Domine Germany Leo X Luther Lutheran Martin Pope Reformation Roman Seal Symbol Titlepage Typeface Vatican City Roman Inquisition
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse range of historic Photographic Prints. This captivating image showcases the title page of the German edition of the Papal Bull Against Martin Luther and Followers, issued by Pope Leo X in 1520. Witness the significance of this pivotal moment in history as Luthers writings were ordered to be burned. Add this beautifully detailed print to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.3cm x 37.5cm (8.8" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
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 print showcases the title page of the German edition of the infamous "LUTHER: PAPAL BULL, 1520". The image takes us back to a significant moment in history during the Reformation era. Pope Leo X, depicted as a symbol of authority and power, issued this papal bull known as "Exsurge Domine" which aimed to condemn Martin Luther's writings and teachings. The composition is rich with symbolism and historical significance. The Roman seal prominently displayed on the page represents the authority of Rome and its influence over religious matters at that time. The ancient typeface used further emphasizes the antiquity of this document. Intriguingly, this particular edition carries an additional decree by Pope Leo X ordering Luther's writings to be burned. This act was intended to suppress his ideas and prevent their spread among followers who would later become known as Lutherans. The image transports us back to 1520s Germany when tensions were high between Martin Luther and the Catholic Church. It serves as a reminder of how powerful institutions have historically sought to control knowledge dissemination through censorship. This print offers viewers a glimpse into an important chapter in European history - one that forever changed religious practices and sparked widespread debates about faith, authority, and freedom of expression.
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