Marys vow of virginity. Codex of Predis (1476). Italy
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Marys vow of virginity. Codex of Predis (1476). Italy
Marys vow of virginity. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy
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This exquisite illustration is taken from the Codex of Predis, a 15th-century Italian manuscript now housed in the Royal Library of Turin, Italy. The Codex, created during the Renaissance period, is a richly illuminated manuscript filled with religious texts and miniatures. This particular image depicts the Vow of the Virgin Mary, an essential theme in Christian theology. Mary, the mother of Jesus, is shown in the center of the composition, surrounded by a group of angels and saints. She is seated on a throne, her hands raised in a gesture of prayer, signifying her commitment to a life of virginity. The scene takes place in a columned hall, a common architectural motif in medieval and Renaissance art representing the Church or the Temple of Solomon. At the foot of Mary's throne, the infant Jesus, flanked by two angels, presents her with a crown and a scepter, symbols of her queenship and her divine motherhood. The scene is a testament to Mary's unwavering devotion to God and her role as the ideal Christian woman. The artist Cristoforo Predis masterfully captures the essence of the scene, using delicate colors and intricate details to bring the figures and the architectural setting to life. The Codex of Predis is a remarkable example of the artistic and religious achievements of the Italian Renaissance, offering a glimpse into the spiritual world of the past.
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