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Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues, c.1510 (tapestry)
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Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues, c.1510 (tapestry)
CUL4903732 Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues, c.1510 (tapestry); 420x798 cm; Burgos Cathedral, Burgos, Spain; (add.info.: Crucifixion and Virtues win the battle to Vices. ca. 1510. (c. 420 x 798 cm). The Christian knight "Miles Christi"" kills the Pride. Cloth number 7 of the series known as Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues. Manufacturing in Brussels. Silk and wool, 7 threads per cm. 420 x 798 cm. Flemish art. Tapestry. SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. Burgos. Cathedral of St. Mary); Photo © Maeyaert/AIC
Media ID 38160112
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The tapestry "Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues" captures a pivotal moment in the eternal battle between good and evil. At the center of the scene, the Christian knight "Miles Christi" triumphantly slays Pride, symbolizing the victory of virtue over vice. This stunning work of Flemish art, created around 1510 in Brussels, is a masterpiece of intricate detail and vibrant color.
Measuring an impressive 420 x 798 cm, this tapestry adorns the walls of Burgos Cathedral in Spain, where it continues to inspire awe and reverence among visitors. The composition is rich with symbolism from biblical narratives, depicting a dramatic confrontation between Virtues and Vices as they clash in a fierce battle for supremacy.
The meticulous craftsmanship of this piece is evident in its silk and wool construction, boasting seven threads per centimeter to achieve remarkable precision and depth. Every thread tells a story of moral struggle and redemption, inviting viewers to contemplate their own inner conflicts and strive towards righteousness.
As light dances across the surface of this tapestry, illuminating scenes of combat and crucifixion with breathtaking clarity, one cannot help but be drawn into its allegorical world. "Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues" stands as a testament to the enduring power of art to convey profound truths about human nature and our eternal quest for salvation.
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