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The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual, c.1500. Creator: Unknown
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The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual, c.1500. Creator: Unknown
The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual, c.1500
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Angels Assumption Assumption Of The Virgin Black Ink Blackletter Choir Book Gold Leaf Gothic Script Gradual Hymn Book Initial Inscribed Inscription Latin Latin Script Latin Text Mary Virgin Page Painted Parchment Rubrication Saint Mary Script St Mary Stella Maris The Virgin Mary Virgin Mother Christ Jesus Historiated Mother Of God Santo Watercolour On Paper
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This image showcases The Assumption of the Virgin Mary, a significant event in Christian belief, depicted in a historiated initial from a 15th century Gradual. The Assumption signifies the bodily assumption of the Virgin Mary into heavenly glory. In this exquisite artwork, Christ, flanked by angels, reaches out to lift the Madonna, who is surrounded by a halo and clad in flowing robes, up towards the heavens. The scene is further embellished with intricate gold leaf decorations and inscriptions in Latin script, adding to the overall grandeur and spiritual significance of the artwork. The Gradual is a type of liturgical book used in the Roman Catholic Church for the music and chants during the Mass. This manuscript cutting, in tempera and gold leaf on parchment, is an exceptional example of the decorative arts of the fifteenth century. The meticulous details of the figures, the delicate shading, and the vibrant use of color, particularly in the gold leaf and red rubrics, are characteristic of the Gothic style prevalent during this era. This precious artifact is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Christian faith and the artistic achievements of the past. It is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world. The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual is not only a beautiful work of art but also an invaluable historical document, offering a glimpse into the religious practices and artistic sensibilities of the past.
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