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15th century Spanish Jews by Jaume Huguet (1414-1492)
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15th century Spanish Jews by Jaume Huguet (1414-1492)
15th century Spanish Jews. Detail of the altarpiece of St. Bernardino and the guardian angel by Jaume Huguet (1414-1492). Barcelona Cathedral Museum. Catalonia. Spain
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Altarpiece Angel Barcelona Bearded Bernardino Catalonia Guardian Hebrew Huguet Jewish Jews Painter 15th Bernardine
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This exquisite detail from the altarpiece of St. Bernardino and the Guardian Angel, painted by Jaume Huguet (1414-1492) in the 15th century, is a poignant representation of the integration of Jews into Catalonian society during the late Middle Ages. Huguet, a renowned painter from Barcelona, skillfully depicted a group of 15th century Spanish Jews in this artwork, which is now housed in the Barcelona Cathedral Museum. The Jews in the painting are distinguished by their beards and traditional clothing, including the tallit, a fringed prayer shawl, and tefillin, small boxes containing biblical verses, which are worn during prayer. One of the Jews is shown holding a book, a symbol of learning and scholarship, which was highly valued in Jewish culture. The presence of St. Bernardino, a Christian saint, and his guardian angel in the painting underscores the coexistence and mutual respect between Christians and Jews during this period. The guardian angel tenderly touches the shoulder of one of the bearded Jewish men, emphasizing the protective role of the Christian saint towards the Jewish community. This painting provides a rare glimpse into the daily life of 15th century Spanish Jews and the religious and cultural diversity that characterized medieval Catalonia. The intricate details and rich colors of Huguet's artwork serve as a testament to the artistic and historical significance of this period in Spanish history.
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