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Medieval weaving, embroidery, enamel and painted sculpture, (1898). Creator: Unknown
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Medieval weaving, embroidery, enamel and painted sculpture, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Medieval weaving, embroidery, enamel and painted sculpture, (1898). Fig 1: Statue of St. Simon in the choir of Cologne Cathedral. Fig 2: Pattern on the robe of another statue ibid. Fig 3: Embroidered fonder of French origin. 14th century. Fig 4: Embroidered stuff (in the original, silver is employed instead of gold), 15th century. Fig 5: Embroidered stuff, 14th century. Figs 6-9: Borders and patterns of carpets from the wall-paintings in the upper church S. Francesco at Assisi. 14th century. Fig 10: Pattern of a carpet from a tempera-painting of Niccolo Alunno (1466) in the pinacotheca at Perugia. Fig 11: Sicilian weaving from St. Marys church at Danzig, 13th century. Fig 12: Border of a carpet on the painting of Hugo van der Goes in the Palazzo degli Uffizi at Florence, 15th century. Fig 13: Border of a carpet on a picture of [by?] Mantegna in S. Zeno at Verona, late 15th century. Fig 14: Border from an embroidered chasuble, 14th century (German work). Figs 15 and 16: Patterns of stuffs from the 14th century, of French origin. Fig 17: Gilt copper-engraving from the cross-relics-table in the catholic parish-church at Mettlach. Figs 18-20: Enamelled decorations on the shrine of the Three Kings in Cologne Cathedral, early 13th century. Fig 21: Enamelled border in the Musee de Cluny, early 13th century. Plate 42 from " The Historic Styles of Ornament" translated from the German of H. Dolmetsch. [B.T. Batford, London, 1898]
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This print showcases a stunning collection of medieval weaving, embroidery, enamel, and painted sculpture. The unknown creator has captured the intricate details and craftsmanship of various art forms from different centuries. In Fig 1, we see a statue of St. Simon in the choir of Cologne Cathedral. The lifelike depiction is awe-inspiring, highlighting the skillful sculpting techniques employed during that time. Moving on to Fig 2, we observe a beautiful pattern adorning the robe of another statue in the same cathedral. Figures 3 and 4 present us with exquisite examples of embroidered works. Fig 3 features an embroidered fonder from France dating back to the 14th century, while Fig 4 displays an embroidered stuff utilizing silver instead of gold during the 15th century. The print also includes images (Figs 6-9) showcasing borders and patterns found on carpets within S. Francesco at Assisi's upper church during the fourteenth century. These designs offer insights into carpet-making techniques prevalent at that time. Furthermore, Figs 10 through to Fig13 exhibit various patterns found on carpets or depicted in paintings by renowned artists such as Niccolo Alunno and Hugo van der Goes. Lastly, Figs17-21 highlight magnificent examples of enamelled decorations from different locations like Mettlach and Musee de Cluny during both early thirteenth-century periods. Overall, this print provides a captivating glimpse into medieval artistry across multiple mediums - weaving, embroidery, enamelwork - offering viewers a chance to appreciate their historical significance and beauty.
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