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Miniature from a Book of Hours: The Pentecost, c. 1500. Creator: Jean Poyet (French)
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Miniature from a Book of Hours: The Pentecost, c. 1500. Creator: Jean Poyet (French)
Miniature from a Book of Hours: The Pentecost, c. 1500. The city of Tours in the Loire Valley, then the seat of the French court, was the center of an important school of illuminators and painters during the latter half of the 15th century. An important artist in this school was Jean Poyet, whose work was much in demand within court circles. Poyet illustrated several devotional books for his patroness, Queen Anne of Brittany, and is also known to have worked for the French king, Charles VIII. This miniature depicting the Pentecost would have introduced the Hours of the Holy Spirit in a luxury book of hours likely made for an aristocratic patron
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This exquisite print showcases a stunning miniature from a Book of Hours titled "The Pentecost" created around 1500 by the renowned French artist Jean Poyet. During the latter half of the 15th century, Tours in the Loire Valley flourished as an important center for illuminators and painters, attracting talented artists like Poyet. His exceptional skills were highly sought after within court circles, particularly by his patroness Queen Anne of Brittany and even King Charles VIII. Believed to be part of a luxury book made for an aristocratic patron, this intricate miniature would have introduced the Hours of the Holy Spirit. Crafted with delicate brushwork and adorned with gold on vellum, it exemplifies Poyet's mastery in manuscript illumination using tempera technique. The scene depicted captures the momentous event of Pentecost when tongues of fire descended upon Jesus' disciples as they gathered in prayer. The vibrant colors and meticulous details bring to life this sacred moment filled with divine presence. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this remarkable piece is a testament to both Poyet's artistic prowess and France's rich cultural heritage. Through Heritage Images' faithful reproduction, viewers can now appreciate every nuance and intricacy that make this artwork truly awe-inspiring.
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