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694963 Ms. 1581 f. 326v Illustration from Book XVI( From the Finishing of the Temple by Herod to the Death of Alexander and Aristobulus ), Chapter 1 of the Antiquities of the Jews ( Antiquitates Judaicae ) by Flavius Josephus - Herod sails to Italy to meet Caesar, c.1503
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(vellum) (see also 694962) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Mazarine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Commissioned by Cardinal Georges d Amboise, Archbishop of Rouen for the library of his chAteau of Gaillon; patron of Jean Pichore (fl. c. 1500-20) one of the most famous manuscript illuminators in Paris and responsible for almost all of the miniatures in this edition of Flavius Josephus; the decorated borders are the work of Jean Serpin; Antiquitates Judaicae is a history of the Jewish people in 21 volumes written in Greek by Flavius Josephus (c.37-c.100 AD); this book consists of the fourth-century Latin translation ascribed to Rufinus; ); French, out of copyright
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The captivating print titled "Ms. 1581 f. 326v Illustration from Book XVI ( From the Finishing of the Temple by Herod to the Death of Alexander and Aristobulus ), Chapter 1 of the Antiquities of the Jews (Antiquitates Judaicae) by Flavius Josephus - Herod sails to Italy to meet Caesar, c. 1503" transports us back in time to witness a pivotal moment in history. Created by an anonymous French School artist during the 16th century, this vellum masterpiece is housed in Bibliotheque Mazarine, Paris, France. Commissioned by Cardinal Georges d'Amboise, Archbishop of Rouen for his esteemed library at Château de Gaillon, this artwork showcases Jean Pichore's exceptional talent as a manuscript illuminator. Pichore's intricate miniatures beautifully depict scenes from Flavius Josephus' monumental work on Jewish history. In this particular illustration, we see Herod embarking on a voyage to Italy with great anticipation as he sets sail to meet Caesar. The attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke brings life and depth into each character and element within the composition. Accompanying Pichore's artistry are Jean Serpin's exquisite decorative borders that enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of this historical gem. Flavius Josephus' "Antiquitates Judaicae" written between 37-100 AD in Greek and translated into Latin by Rufinus in the fourth century, provides invaluable insights into Jewish culture and heritage across its extensive twenty-one volumes. This photograph not only captures a significant moment but also serves as a testament to human creativity throughout centuries past. It reminds us how art has always been an essential medium for preserving our collective history and understanding our roots.
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