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The vintage of the damned. Apocalypse of Angers
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The vintage of the damned. Apocalypse of Angers
BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The harvest of the damned. 1375 - 1382. Scene 14 of the tapestry number 4 from the series Apocalypse of Angers commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou, after cartons attributed to Jean de Bruges (fl. 1368-1381). International gothic. Tapestry. FRANCE. PAYS DE LA LOIRE. MAINE-ET-LOIRE. Angers. Angers Castle
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1368 1375 1381 1382 Angers Anjou Apocalypse Arts Attributed Bataille Bruges Cartons Commissioned Damned Fabric Harvest Loire Maine Nicolas Pays Tapestry Textile Textiles 14th
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The Vintage of the Damned," scene 14 from the Apocalypse of Angers tapestry series, is a powerful and intricately detailed masterpiece of International Gothic art created between 1375 and 1382. Commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou, this tapestry is one of fourteen surviving scenes from the series, which were designed based on cartons attributed to Jean de Bruges. The scene depicts a chilling and haunting image of the harvest of the damned, as described in the biblical Book of Revelation. Nicolas Bataille, the artist responsible for executing this particular scene, masterfully captures the essence of the apocalyptic narrative. The scene is set against a backdrop of a desolate and barren landscape, with the damned, depicted as grotesque and monstrous figures, being led by demons to be harvested for their souls. The use of vibrant colors and intricate textures in the fabric of the tapestry adds to the overall effect, creating a sense of depth and movement that draws the viewer in. The Apocalypse of Angers tapestries were created during the late medieval period, a time when the Western world was deeply influenced by religious beliefs and the art of textiles was a highly valued decorative art form. The series was intended to serve as a visual representation of the biblical apocalypse, and the vivid imagery of the damned being harvested serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of sin. This tapestry, now housed in Angers Castle in Maine-et-Loire, France, is a testament to the artistic and historical significance of the Middle Ages and the enduring power of the apocalyptic narrative. Its intricate details and rich colors continue to captivate and inspire viewers, making it a must-see for anyone interested in Western art history and the decorative arts of the Middle Ages.
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