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Papal Confession before a pope, 1400-1404. Creator: Unknown
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Papal Confession before a pope, 1400-1404. Creator: Unknown
Papal Confession before a pope, 1400-1404. Page from "Tafel van den Kersten Ghelove" (Handbook of the Christian Faith) by Dutch Dominican theologian Dirc van Delf, an encyclopedia of scholastic theology written for a lay audience in the local vernacular, Middle Dutch
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This image is taken from a 15th century Dutch manuscript, specifically from the encyclopedia of scholastic theology titled "Tafel van den Kersten Ghelove" (Handbook of the Christian Faith) by Dirc van Delf, a Dominican theologian from Delft in the Netherlands. The illustration depicts the solemn act of Papal Confession, a significant ritual in the Roman Catholic Church during the late Middle Ages. The scene unfolds with a pope, dressed in his papal regalia, including the triple crown and ermine-trimmed robe, seated on a throne. A man, likely a priest, kneels before him in a posture of deep penitence, his head bowed low. The pope holds a golden papal cross in his right hand, symbolizing his spiritual authority, while his left hand rests on a papal bull, a document granting indulgences to the penitent. The intricate details of the artwork are remarkable, with the use of gold leaf, ink, and pigments on parchment, and the meticulous blackletter script that adorns the text surrounding the image. The scene is set against a background of richly colored fabric, further emphasizing the grandeur and importance of the event. The image is a testament to the profound role of confession in medieval Catholicism, and the significant power and influence of the papacy during this period. It is a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the religious practices and beliefs of the time, and the intricate artistic techniques employed by the scribes and illuminators of the Middle Ages. This rare and beautiful artwork is currently housed in the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, and serves as an important reminder of the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the Netherlands and the broader European Middle Ages.
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