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Death, Book of Hours, 15th century (manuscript)
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Death, Book of Hours, 15th century (manuscript)
7294909 Death, Book of Hours, 15th century (manuscript) by Martorell, Bernardo (fl.1427-52); Archivo Municipal de Historia, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: Martorell Bernat (1427 - 1452)); © P. Rotger/Index
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Altarpiece Cemetery Crypts Grave Grave Stone Gravedigger Graves Gravestone Gravestones Graveyard Headstones Illumnation Middle Ages Medieval Sepulchre Sepulchres Shovel Skeleton Spade Tomb Stones Tombs Tombstones Undertaker 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century Deaths Dying Late Middle Age Medieval Period Medioeval Middles Ages Mortality Passed Away
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This print showcases a 15th-century manuscript known as the "Death, Book of Hours". Created by Bernardo Martorell, a renowned artist from the late Middle Ages, this masterpiece is housed in the Archivo Municipal de Historia in Barcelona, Spain. The artwork depicts a scene that transports us back to medieval times. A hauntingly beautiful tree stands tall amidst an eerie cemetery, evoking a sense of mystery and contemplation. The undertaker and gravedigger can be seen going about their solemn duties while nearby tombstones and crypts remind us of our mortality. Martorell's exquisite illumination technique brings life to this religious-themed painting. The miniature portrays Death itself as a skeleton figure, symbolizing the inevitable fate that awaits all living beings. This thought-provoking image invites viewers to reflect on the transient nature of existence and contemplate deeper spiritual questions. As we delve into this remarkable piece of art from the fifteenth century, it serves as a reminder of how creativity transcends time and connects us with our ancestors' thoughts and emotions. Through its intricate details and rich symbolism, this manuscript offers insight into both artistic expression during the Middle Ages and humanity's eternal fascination with life's fleetingness. Bridgeman Images has expertly captured every nuance in this photograph print without compromising its historical significance or aesthetic beauty. It allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate Martorell's genius craftsmanship while immersing themselves in the profound themes explored within his work.
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