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Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 64r, Adoration of the Magi, c
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Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 64r, Adoration of the Magi, c
Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 64r, Adoration of the Magi, 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. 64r, featuring the Adoration of the Magi. Created around 1470 in Rouen, this exquisite manuscript reflects the city's prominence as a hub for book production during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Rouen boasted an affluent cathedral chapter that spared no expense when it came to commissioning books and maintaining an extensive library. The proximity of stationers and booksellers to the cathedral precinct further attests to its significance as a center for literary arts. The artist responsible for illuminating this particular manuscript, known after another work now housed in Geneva, was considered Rouen's foremost illuminator during the latter half of the 1400s. Their mastery is evident in every stroke of ink, tempera, and gold on vellum found within these pages. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring alive the scene depicting the Adoration of the Magi - a pivotal moment in Christian tradition symbolizing reverence towards Christ's birth. This artwork exemplifies both artistic skill and religious devotion prevalent during this period. Preserved by The Cleveland Museum of Art, this print allows us to appreciate not only France's rich cultural heritage but also serves as a reminder of how art has transcended time to connect us with past civilizations.
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