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Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 95r, c. 1470. Creator: Master of the Geneva Latini (French
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Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 95r, c. 1470. Creator: Master of the Geneva Latini (French
Book of Hours (Use of Rouen): fol. 95r, 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. 95r" which dates back to around 1470. Created by the talented Master of the Geneva Latini, this French artist was renowned as Rouen's principal illuminator during the latter half of the 15th century. During this period, Rouen flourished as a prominent hub for book production and boasted an influential cathedral with a prosperous chapter that spared no expense in commissioning books and maintaining an extensive library. It is believed that stationers and booksellers would have congregated in or near the cathedral precinct. The intricate details captured in this image are truly remarkable. The use of gold on vellum adds a touch of opulence to the manuscript, while ink and tempera bring life to its pages. This particular folio depicts scenes from everyday life intertwined with religious symbolism, reflecting both secular and spiritual aspects. Preserved within the collections of The Cleveland Museum of Art, this print allows us to appreciate not only the artistic mastery but also offers insight into medieval society's values and beliefs. As we gaze upon this piece, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how artistry thrived amidst cultural significance in historical Rouen.
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