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Gregorius I / Metz Ms
POPE GREGORIUS I Pope from 590 - 604 Also known as St Gregorius the Great
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18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image depicts Pope Gregory I, also known as St. Gregory the Great, who ruled as the Bishop of Rome and Pope from 590 to 604 AD. Born in Rome around 540, Gregory began his religious life as a monk before being ordained a deacon and priest. He was later appointed as the papal representative to Constantinople, where he played a key role in the negotiation of the "Interim Consulatum," a treaty between the Eastern and Western Churches. Upon his return to Rome, Gregory was elected Pope in 590, during a time of great turmoil and instability in the Roman Empire. He is remembered for his tireless efforts to strengthen the papacy, reform the clergy, and promote the spread of Christianity throughout Europe. One of his most notable achievements was the establishment of the Gregorian Mission, which sent missionaries to convert the Anglo-Saxons in England. This beautiful illustration of Pope Gregory I, from the Metz MS, shows him in the traditional papal attire, wearing the papal tiara and holding a papal staff, or "ferula," in one hand and a dove, a symbol of the Holy Spirit, in the other. The dove is perched on his shoulder, emphasizing Gregory's role as the spiritual leader of the Church. The intricate details of the illustration, including the ornate patterns on Gregory's robes and the delicate wings of the dove, demonstrate the exceptional craftsmanship of the medieval illuminators who created this work of art. Pope Gregory I's legacy continues to be felt in the Catholic Church and beyond, as he is revered as a saint and a great leader in the history of Christianity. This image serves as a powerful reminder of his enduring influence and the rich artistic traditions of the Middle Ages.
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