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102-0625805 / 1 Cantiga 165, page from the Cantigas de Santa Maria consisting of 420 musical compositions narrating the miracles of the Virgin, written in Galician for Alfonso X the Wise (1221-84) (vellum)
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102-0625805 / 1 Cantiga 165, page from the Cantigas de Santa Maria consisting of 420 musical compositions narrating the miracles of the Virgin, written in Galician for Alfonso X the Wise (1221-84) (vellum)
IND83906 /1 Cantiga 165, page from the Cantigas de Santa Maria consisting of 420 musical compositions narrating the miracles of the Virgin, written in Galician for Alfonso X the Wise (1221-84) (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; Index Fototeca
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Common Prayer Moor Pray Prayed Prayer Saying Prayers Shrine Supplication Tent Worship
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This print showcases a page from the Cantigas de Santa Maria, a collection of 420 musical compositions that beautifully narrate the miracles of the Virgin Mary. Written in Galician for Alfonso X the Wise, this masterpiece dates back to the 13th century and is preserved in the Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial in Madrid, Spain. The image captures an exquisite moment within one of these cantigas. In this particular scene, we witness a powerful juxtaposition between faith and conflict. A moorish army encamped near a shrine finds themselves engaged in prayer. The soldiers, dressed in their military attire with weapons close at hand, bow their heads together as they seek solace through common prayer. Amidst the tension and uncertainty of war, these troops find comfort and strength by turning to their shared belief system. Their supplication demonstrates that even amidst battlefields and armed forces, there exists an unwavering connection to something greater than themselves. The intricate details on vellum bring life to each figure depicted - from warriors clad in armor to ornate tents surrounding them. This artwork serves as a reminder that spirituality can transcend borders and unite individuals across diverse backgrounds. Through this photograph print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are transported back centuries ago into a world where devotion coexisted with warfare – reminding us of both our shared humanity and our capacity for hope even during tumultuous times.
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