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Grimani Breviary: the month of May, Flemish School miniature, in the Marciana Library in Venice
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Grimani Breviary: the month of May, Flemish School miniature, in the Marciana Library in Venice
Grimani Breviary: the month of May, Flemish School miniature, in the Marciana Library in Venice Venice Marciana Library Illumination Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:XVI sec.. Artist:Flemish School
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-039314-0000
Media ID 33139908
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Armed Forces And Military Life Battlefield Landscape Wooded Areas Medieval Months Structure And Site Time Time Representation Of A Group
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This photograph captures a remarkable piece of art, the Grimani Breviary: the month of May. Housed in the prestigious Marciana Library in Venice, this Flemish School miniature is a true testament to the beauty and intricacy of Renaissance illumination. Dating back to the 16th century, this artwork showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that was characteristic of the Flemish School. The scene depicted in this particular page features a vibrant landscape with lush wooded areas, creating an idyllic backdrop for various figures engaged in different activities. Intriguingly, amidst this serene setting, we see a group of individuals dressed in medieval attire engaged in what appears to be military life on a battlefield. Clad in their distinctive costumes and armed with weapons, they bring an air of intensity and drama to an otherwise peaceful scene. The inclusion of horses adds another layer of dynamism to this composition. These majestic terrestrial mammals are captured mid-action, adding movement and energy to the overall narrative. As we delve deeper into this artwork's details, it becomes apparent that each figure represents one month - May being prominently featured here. A male portrait dominates the foreground while surrounded by other characters both male and female. This representation cleverly symbolizes time passing within its Renaissance-Baroque style. Captured through Alinari Fratelli's lens between 1920-1930 approximately, this photograph allows us access not only to historical art but also serves as a visual portal into Europe's rich cultural heritage from both first and second millenniums AD. Alinari has masterfully preserved every intricate brushstroke through his photography skills; allowing viewers today to appreciate these timeless works without visiting Venice personally or stepping foot inside Marciana Library itself.
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