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Heloise taking the veil, illustration from Lettres d Heloise et d Abelard
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Heloise taking the veil, illustration from Lettres d Heloise et d Abelard
XIR346151 Heloise taking the veil, illustration from Lettres d Heloise et d Abelard, volume I, page 39, engraved by Remi Delvaux (1748-1823) 1795 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Moreau, Jean Michel the Younger (1741-1814) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Heloise (1101-64) prend le voile; French nun; scholar; abbess; Letters; correspondence; letter; Eloise; medieval; c12th; after castration of Pierre Abelard (1079-1142); Peter; BN Imp Z 716-718; love affair; enfant de choeur; ); French, out of copyright
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This print captures a poignant moment in history as Heloise takes the veil, depicted in an illustration from "Lettres d'Heloise et d'Abelard". Created by Jean Michel Moreau the Younger and engraved by Remi Delvaux in 1795, this image showcases the emotional depth of Heloise's decision to become a nun. Heloise, a French scholar known for her passionate love affair with Pierre Abelard, is seen here embracing her new path within the walls of a church or convent. The interior setting exudes solemnity and tranquility, highlighting the gravity of Heloise's choice. Dressed in her religious habit, she kneels before an altar while surrounded by priests and choir boys. The presence of incense being swung from a censer adds to the spiritual atmosphere captured within this scene. A crozier held by one of the figures symbolizes their role as leaders within the religious community. Through this engraving, we are transported back to medieval times when Heloise made this life-altering decision after Abelard's castration. Her transformation into an abbess reflects not only her commitment to faith but also her strength and resilience during challenging circumstances. Preserved at Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, this historical artwork offers us insight into both personal narratives and broader societal norms of that era. It serves as a reminder of how art can immortalize significant moments and individuals who have shaped our collective history.
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