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Ms 493 f. 17 An exchange of gifts, from The Eclogues
XIR187866 Ms 493 f.17 An exchange of gifts, from The Eclogues by Virgil (70-19BC) with a commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Dijon

Ms 493 fol. 15v The shepherd Menalcas and his unrequited love
XIR187865 Ms 493 fol.15v The shepherd Menalcas and his unrequited love, from The Eclogues by Virgil with a commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School

Ms 493 fol. 193v Aeneas hangs the armour of Mezentius from an oak tree
XIR187872 Ms 493 fol.193v Aeneas hangs the armour of Mezentius from an oak tree, from The Aeneid by Virgil with a commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School

Ms 493 f. 9 The Celebration of the Child who will Restore the Golden Age on Earth
XIR187797 Ms 493 f.9 The Celebration of the Child who will Restore the Golden Age on Earth, from The Eclogues by Virgil with a commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School

Ms 498 f. 3v Tityrus meets Meliboeus, from The Eclogues
XIR187795 Ms 498 f.3v Tityrus meets Meliboeus, from The Eclogues by Virgil with a commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Dijon

Ms 493 fol. 99v The departure of Aeneas and Didos death
XIR187870 Ms 493 fol.99v The departure of Aeneas and Didos death, from The Aeneid by Virgil with a commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale

FRANCE: PARIS, 1608. View of Paris with the Left Bank in the foreground, Notre Dame Cathedral on ┼¢le de la Cit© and the Right Bank in the background

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"Commentaire: A Journey Through Art, Literature, and History" Step into the world of "commentaire, " where art, literature, and history intertwine to create a captivating narrative. In Ms 493 f. 17, witness an exchange of gifts in The Eclogues - a moment filled with anticipation and gratitude. On Ms 493 fol. 15v, delve into the story of Menalcas, a shepherd whose love remains unrequited - a tale that tugs at the heartstrings. Travel further through time to Ms 493 fol. 193v as Aeneas hangs Mezentius' armor from an oak tree - a powerful symbol of victory and sacrifice. Then immerse yourself in the joyous celebration depicted on Ms 493 f. 9 - envisioning the child who will restore the Golden Age on Earth. In Ms 498 f. 3v, experience Tityrus meeting Meliboeus in The Eclogues - their encounter revealing deep emotions and profound connections between individuals. But not all stories end happily; witness both departure and death as Aeneas bids farewell to Dido on Ms 493 fol. 99v. Switching gears to more contemporary scenes captured by Daumier's sketches: imagine Napoleon standing atop his column contemplating his legacy amidst tumultuous times – a testament to power and reflection. And finally, let us transport you back to Paris in 1608 with Jean Passerat's Commentaire title page engraving – offering an enchanting view of Notre Dame Cathedral against the backdrop of this vibrant city. Through these glimpses into different eras and artistic expressions, "commentaire" invites you to explore diverse perspectives while unraveling hidden narratives within each piece. So join us on this journey through artistry and storytelling as we unlock the secrets behind these captivating compositions.