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Men playing a ball game, c1301. Creator: Unknown
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Men playing a ball game, c1301. Creator: Unknown
Men playing a ball game, c1301. Detail of a page from the Ghistelles Calendar
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This image is taken from a page of the Ghistelles Calendar, a 14th-century manuscript originating from Flanders, Belgium, now housed in the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, USA. The calendar, filled with intricate illustrations, is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of medieval Europe. This particular detail showcases a lively scene of men engaged in a ball game. Dressed in colorful clothing, they enthusiastically interact with one another, their expressions conveying a sense of joy and camaraderie. The game being played is uncertain, but some scholars suggest it may be an early form of baseball. The men wield long, curved bats, which they use to hit a round ball. The parchment, inked and painted with meticulous detail, showcases the skill and artistry of the unknown artist. The use of ink and paint on vellum, a type of animal skin, was a common practice during the Middle Ages for creating illuminated manuscripts. The Ghistelles Calendar, created in the fourteenth century, offers a glimpse into the leisure activities and pastimes of the medieval era. This image, in particular, highlights the importance of community and the simple pleasures of playing a ball game. The scene is a reminder of the shared human experience that transcends time and culture.
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