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Ancient miniatures representing jousts
Ancient miniatures representing jousts from the Vatican Library. The bottom scene from a French manuscript, Universal Stories Sacred and Profane, 1290, resembles Ariostos tale of Ullania and the tyrant Marganorre. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico after A. Monticelli from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1844
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Ariosto Chivalry Ferrario Giulio Joust Manuscript Romance Sacred Stories Tournament Tyrant Universal Vatican Verico Profane
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1. Title: "A Medieval Spectacle of Chivalry: Ancient Miniatures Representing Jousts from the Vatican Library" This image showcases two ancient miniatures from a French manuscript, "Universal Stories Sacred and Profane," dating back to approximately 1290. The bottom scene, inspired by Ariosto's renowned tale of Ullania and the tyrant Marganorre, displays the thrilling and dramatic atmosphere of a medieval jousting tournament. The miniature illustrates a chivalric encounter between Ullania, a noblewoman, and the tyrant Marganorre. Ullania, mounted on a horse, skillfully wields a lance, her determined expression reflecting her courage and defiance against the cruel tyrant. Marganorre, seated atop his horse, is shown with a menacing expression, ready to charge towards Ullania with his lance. The vibrant handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico, after A. Monticelli, from Giulio Ferrario's "Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World," published in Florence, Italy, in 1844, brings the scene to life with intricate details and rich colours. The upper miniature from the same manuscript depicts a more peaceful scene, possibly inspired by a sacred story. The contrast between the two scenes highlights the juxtaposition of the profane and the sacred in medieval literature and art. The depiction of the jousting tournament underscores the ideals of chivalry, honour, and courage that were central to the medieval world. These ancient miniatures, preserved in the Vatican Library, offer a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of medieval literature and art, providing valuable insights into the culture, values, and entertainment of the time.
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