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Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 24v, c. 1470. Creator: Master of the Geneva Latini (French
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Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 24v, c. 1470. Creator: Master of the Geneva Latini (French
Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 24v, c. 1470. In the late 1400s and early 1500s Rouen was an established and important center of book production. The citys cathedral had a wealthy chapter that spent large sums of money to commission books and to maintain its extensive library. The stationers and booksellers would have likely been concentrated in or near the cathedral precinct. This artist, named after a manuscript now in Geneva, was Rouens principal illuminator during the second half of the 1400s
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1460 80 Active Rouen And Gold On Vellum Master Of The Geneva Latini Master Of The Geneva Latini French Rouen Tempera
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This print showcases a page from the "Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 24v" created around 1470 by the talented Master of the Geneva Latini, who was known as Rouen's leading illuminator during that period. The city of Rouen held great significance in book production during the late 15th and early 16th centuries, with its cathedral boasting a prosperous chapter that invested substantial funds into commissioning books and maintaining an extensive library. The image transports us back to this vibrant era, where we can imagine stationers and booksellers bustling around the cathedral precinct, catering to the demand for these exquisite manuscripts. Crafted on vellum using ink, tempera, and gold accents, this particular page exemplifies the masterful artistry employed by French illuminators. The intricate details and rich colors captivate our attention as we explore every corner of this masterpiece. It offers a glimpse into religious devotion through its delicate depictions of saints or biblical scenes adorned with ornamental borders. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this print allows us to appreciate not only the artistic brilliance but also serves as a testament to Rouen's cultural heritage. It reminds us how books were once treasured possessions that reflected both wealth and spirituality in medieval society.
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