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The Pork-butcher
3782171 The Pork-butcher; (add.info.: The Pork-butcher, from a facsimile of a miniature in a fourteenth century charter.
Manners, Customs, & Dress during the Middle Ages and during the Renaissance Period by Paul Lacroix, p. 122. Published 1874 by Chapman and Hall, London.
From a charter held in the Abbey of Solignac at the time of publication.); Lebrecht History
Media ID 33084928
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
Boar Butcher Butchery Fourteenth Pork Profession Trades 1300s 14 14o Xiv Xivo Secolo 14 14th Xiv Xivth Century 14 Century C14th Fourteenth Century Late 14th Century Occupation The 14th Century Tradesman Xiv Century Xiv Secolo Xivth Century
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This print showcases "The Pork-butcher" a fascinating glimpse into the profession and trade of butchery during the Middle Ages. The image, taken from a facsimile of a miniature in a fourteenth-century charter, transports us back to an era filled with rich history and cultural significance. In this intricately detailed illustration, we see a tradesman diligently engaged in his work. With precision and expertise, he skillfully dissects a boar, symbolizing his occupation as a pork-butcher. The drawing beautifully captures the essence of medieval life, offering insights into the customs and manners prevalent during that time. Published in 1874 by Chapman and Hall in London as part of Paul Lacroix's renowned book "Manners, Customs & Dress during the Middle Ages and during the Renaissance Period" this image holds immense historical value. It originates from a charter preserved within the Abbey of Solignac at that time. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from history, it becomes evident that professions like butchery played an integral role in sustaining communities during medieval times. This illustration serves as both an educational tool for understanding ancient trades and occupations while also highlighting artistic excellence through its intricate details. "The Pork-butcher" stands as testament to our enduring fascination with exploring different eras through visual representations. Its presence within Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection ensures its preservation for generations to come – reminding us all of our shared human heritage across centuries.
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