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Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Jewish Pawnbroker Roasting the Consecrated

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Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Jewish Pawnbroker Roasting the Consecrated

ALG80442 Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Jewish Pawnbroker Roasting the Consecrated Host in the Fire Which Streams with Blood Arousing the Attention of the Bailiffs who Batter Down the Door, c.1468 (tempera on panel) (detail) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); Palazzo Ducale, Urbino, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

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13 13th Xiii Xiiith Century Anti Semitism Antisemitic Antisemitism Arrest Bailiff Blood Continuous Narrative Cooking Hatred Host Sacramental Bread Jews Miracle Prejudice Seller Battering Jewish Religion Medieval Period Quattrocento


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This print captures a powerful and controversial scene from Paolo Uccello's "Predella of the Profanation of the Host". The painting, dating back to 1468 during the Renaissance period, depicts an intense moment filled with religious prejudice and anti-Semitic sentiments. In this detail, we witness a Jewish pawnbroker roasting the consecrated host in a fire that streams with blood. The act is shocking and sacrilegious, symbolizing deep-seated hatred towards Jews at that time. As if drawn by the commotion, bailiffs are seen battering down the door in response to this desecration. Uccello's mastery is evident through his use of Albertian perspective and continuous narrative technique. Every element within this composition tells a story - from the expressions on each character's face to their body language. The artist delves into medieval legends surrounding anti-Semitic beliefs while also highlighting themes of religion and spirituality. This piece serves as a reminder of how art can reflect societal prejudices prevalent during different periods in history. Displayed at Palazzo Ducale in Urbino, Italy, this painting stands as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical document. It invites viewers to contemplate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its significance in shedding light on past injustices faced by marginalized communities such as Jews throughout centuries gone by.

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