Christine de Pizan builds her city. Miniature from Cité des dames by Christine de Pizan, 1400-1410. Creator: Maître de la Cité des Dames (active ca 1400-1415)

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Christine de Pizan builds her city. Miniature from Cité des dames by Christine de Pizan, 1400-1410. Creator: Maître de la Cité des Dames (active ca 1400-1415)

Christine de Pizan builds her city. Miniature from Cite des dames by Christine de Pizan, 1400-1410. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

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Bibliotheque Nationale De France Book Art Construction Genremythology Allegory And Literature Gouache On Parchment Virtues

EDITORS COMMENTS
Christine de Pizan, a trailblazing 15th-century French author, is depicted in this stunning miniature from her seminal work, "The City of Ladies" (Cité des dames), created between 1400 and 1410. The artist, Master of the City of Ladies, brilliantly captures the moment as Christine, seated atop a rocky outcropping, calls forth the virtues to build her metaphorical city. Surrounded by the personified virtues of Fortitude, Justice, and Prudence, Christine, dressed in the robes of a scholar, holds a quill in her hand, symbolizing her literary prowess. The virtues, represented as regal women, bring forth the building materials - bricks, timber, and mortar - to construct the city walls. This allegorical scene is a testament to Christine's vision of a literary sanctuary for women, a place where their virtues and accomplishments could be celebrated and preserved. The City of Ladies was an innovative work for its time, challenging the prevailing misogynistic views of women in literature and society. The miniature's intricate details, executed in gouache on parchment, showcase the mastery of the Master of the City of Ladies. The rich colors, delicate shading, and meticulous attention to detail bring the scene to life, transporting us to the world of Christine de Pizan and her City of Ladies. This exquisite image, now housed in the Bibliotheque Nationale de France, is a testament to the power of literature and the enduring influence of Christine de Pizan's groundbreaking work.

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