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Single Leaf from an Antiphonary: Initial H[odie nobis] with The Nativity, 1471. Creator
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Single Leaf from an Antiphonary: Initial H[odie nobis] with The Nativity, 1471. Creator
Single Leaf from an Antiphonary: Initial H[odie nobis] with The Nativity, 1471. This initial h introduces the first matins response for Christmas Day: Hodie nobis celorum rex (" On this day the King of Heaven" ). Illustrating this artists love of fantastic detail, an entwined dragon climbs the ascender of the h. Christs nativity is within the letter, complete with adoring shepherds. Above is the figure of Christ blessing, surrounded by singing angels intended to suggest the heavenly realm. Benvenuto is first recorded in 1453, when he is known to have been working on the frescoes in the Siena Baptistery. This leaf comes from a set of choir books commissioned for Sienas Hospital of Santa Maria della Scala by Niccolo Ricoveri, the hospitals rector, as indicated by the coat of arms at the bottom of the leaf
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Media ID 19641302
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And Gold On Parchment Benvenuto Di Giovanni Siena Tempera
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This print showcases a Single Leaf from an Antiphonary, specifically an initial H[odie nobis] with The Nativity, created in 1471. The intricate details of this artwork reflect the artist's profound love for precision and beauty. As we delve into the image, we are immediately drawn to the entwined dragon gracefully climbing up the ascender of the letter 'h', demonstrating the artist's imaginative flair. Within this initial lies a breathtaking depiction of Christ's nativity, surrounded by adoring shepherds who have come to pay their respects. Above them all stands Christ himself, bestowing his blessings upon them while being serenaded by a chorus of singing angels that symbolize heavenly realms. The leaf is part of a set of choir books commissioned for Siena's Hospital of Santa Maria della Scala by Niccolo Ricoveri, as indicated by his coat of arms at the bottom. This remarkable piece was crafted by Benvenuto di Giovanni, an Italian artist known for his mastery in ink and tempera techniques. Dating back to the 15th century, this artifact holds immense historical significance and offers us a glimpse into Italy's rich artistic heritage. Preserved within The Cleveland Museum of Art collection today, it serves as a testament to both its creator's skill and dedication and our enduring fascination with religious iconography throughout time.
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