Book of Hours of the Countess of Bertiandos. 16th
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Book of Hours of the Countess of Bertiandos. 16th
Book of Hours of the Countess of Bertiandos. 16th c. The creation of the world. Miniature Painting. PORTUGAL. Lisbon. Academia das Ciꮣ ias de Lisboa (Academy of Sciences of Lisbon)
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This exquisite miniature painting is taken from the Book of Hours of the Countess of Bertiandos, a 16th-century Portuguese manuscript now housed at the Academy of Sciences of Lisbon. The image depicts the creation of the world, a scene from the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. In this sacred narrative, the deity is shown bringing the universe into existence through a series of divine decrees. The scene is richly illuminated with vibrant colors and intricate details, reflecting the artistic mastery of the manuscript's creators. The Book of Hours was a popular form of devotional text in medieval Europe, used primarily by the laity for private prayer and meditation. The Countess of Bertiandos, whose identity remains unknown, would have commissioned this manuscript as a personal prayer book, filled with biblical texts, calendars, and illustrations. The manuscript's Portuguese provenance is evident in the distinctive artistic style, which blends Gothic and Manueline influences. The creation scene is just one of many miniatures that adorn the pages of this precious manuscript. Other scenes depict biblical stories, saints, and religious symbols, all rendered with meticulous attention to detail and a deep reverence for the sacred writings of the Christian faith. The Book of Hours of the Countess of Bertiandos is a testament to the rich artistic and religious heritage of Portugal during the 16th century, and a reminder of the enduring power of the written word to inspire and uplift.
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