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Gothic altarpiece of Santes Creus. Painted by Guerau Gener a
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Gothic altarpiece of Santes Creus. Painted by Guerau Gener a
Gothic altarpiece of Santes Creus. Painted by Guerau Gener and Lluis Borrassa, 1407-1411. Detail. Angel. Cathedral of Tarragona. Catalonia. Spain
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Altarpiece Angel Borrassa Catalan Catalonia Creus Instrument Instrumental Lluis Lute Monastery Musician Painter Santes String Tarragona 15th Musical
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This exquisite detail from the Gothic altarpiece of Santes Creus, painted between 1407 and 1411 by the Catalan artists Guerau Gener and Lluis Borrassa, showcases the intricate craftsmanship and spiritual depth of medieval art. The altarpiece, housed in the Cathedral of Tarragona in Catalonia, Spain, is a masterpiece of the International Gothic style, characterized by its delicate lines, rich colors, and expressive figures. The angel depicted in this image is one of many figures that grace the altarpiece, each one meticulously rendered with a sense of otherworldly beauty and grace. The angel's wings are delicately painted, each feather individually defined, while its face is serene and contemplative. The angel holds a lute, a common musical instrument of the Middle Ages, suggesting the connection between music and the divine. The Gothic period, spanning the 13th to the 16th centuries, was a time of great artistic and cultural innovation in Europe. The altarpiece of Santes Creus is a testament to the instrumental role that Catalonia played in this development, with its rich artistic traditions and patronage of the arts. The altarpiece's intricate details and expressive figures continue to captivate viewers, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and artistic sensibilities of the medieval world.
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