Alfonso X, called The Wise (1221-1284). Book
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Alfonso X, called The Wise (1221-1284). Book
" Alfonso X, called " The Wise" (1221-1284). Book of Chess, Dice and Tables. 1283. Fol. 1v. Scribe monks. Romanesque art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Royal Library of the Monastery of El Escorial."
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Alfonso Called Chess Dice Escorial Lorenzo Monastery Monks Romanesque Scribe Tables Wise
EDITORS COMMENTS
Alfonso X, known as 'The Wise' (1221-1284), was a visionary monarch who ruled over the Kingdom of Castile and León in Spain during the late Middle Ages. This magnificent image is taken from a page of his groundbreaking work, "Libro de los juegos" or "Book of Chess, Dice and Tables," created in 1283. The book is an encyclopedia of various games and pastimes, including chess, dice, and tables, and is considered a significant contribution to the history of both literature and art. The image showcases the opening page of the chess section (Fol. 1v) from the Royal Library of the Monastery of El Escorial in Spain. The intricate miniature painting is the work of scribe monks, who meticulously crafted this masterpiece in the Romanesque art style. The scene depicts Alfonso X himself, dressed in royal attire, seated at a table, engrossed in a game of chess with an attentive courtier. The king's grandeur is accentuated by the elaborate decoration of the room, filled with exquisite tapestries, ornate furnishings, and an impressive collection of weapons. The presence of the king in the illustration underscores the importance of chess as a royal pastime and a symbol of power and intelligence during the Middle Ages. The detailed and vibrant painting style is characteristic of Romanesque art, which flourished in Spain during the 13th century. The intricate designs, rich colors, and meticulous attention to detail are all hallmarks of this distinctive artistic tradition. Today, this precious and beautifully preserved page from Alfonso X's "Book of Chess, Dice and Tables" remains a testament to the king's intellectual curiosity, artistic patronage, and the rich cultural heritage of medieval Spain.
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