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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)
CUL4903715 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). Victory due to the sacrifice of Christ. In the center, 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 79. Flemish art. Tapestry. SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. Burgos. Cathedral of St. Mary); Photo © Maeyaert/AIC
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This stunning print captures the intricate tapestry titled "Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues" from around 1510, displayed at Burgos Cathedral in Spain. The tapestry depicts a powerful scene where Virtues triumph over Vices, with the central figure of the Christian knight "Miles Christi" defeating Pride. This symbolic battle represents the victory achieved through the sacrifice of Christ on the cross.
Created in Brussels using silk and wool threads, this Flemish art piece showcases incredible detail and craftsmanship with seven threads per centimeter. The vibrant colors and elaborate design bring to life a moral allegory of good versus evil, featuring biblical figures and scenes intertwined with elements of chivalry.
The sizeable dimensions of 420 x 798 cm make this tapestry a grand masterpiece that commands attention within the cathedral's walls. The rich history and cultural significance embedded in each stitch tell a story of faith, redemption, and spiritual warfare that resonates through centuries.
As you gaze upon this image, you are transported back to the Renaissance era when such works adorned sacred spaces as visual representations of religious teachings. Let yourself be captivated by the beauty and complexity of this artwork that continues to inspire awe and contemplation today.
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