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Ms 251, f. 16r: The marriage of Adam and Eve from Des Proprietes De Choses, c
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Ms 251, f. 16r: The marriage of Adam and Eve from Des Proprietes De Choses, c
FIT84914 Ms 251, f.16r: The marriage of Adam and Eve from Des Proprietes De Choses, c.1415 (gold leaf, gold ink & tempera on parchment) (detail of 276966) by Boucicaut Master, (fl.1390-1430) (and workshop); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: French translation of Bartholomaeus Angelicus c13th De proprietatibus rerum ; illustrated by Jean Corbechon; ); eFitzwilliam Museum; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23216440
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the artwork "Ms 251, f. 16r: The marriage of Adam and Eve from Des Proprietes De Choses" by Boucicaut Master. Created around 1415, this masterpiece is adorned with gold leaf, gold ink, and tempera on parchment. The intricate scene depicted in this image transports us to the Garden of Eden, where we witness the sacred union between Adam and Eve. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable as every element comes alive on the page. Surrounded by a wicker fence that symbolizes their protected paradise, Adam and Eve stand at the center of lush greenery. Cherubim float above them while animals roam freely in harmony – deer graze peacefully beside a flowing stream as a lion rests nearby. Angels grace the sky above, accompanied by an elegant swan gliding through calm waters. A camel adds an exotic touch to this heavenly landscape while a pig and lamb represent innocence within creation. Every stroke of paint illuminates not only the physical beauty but also captures the spiritual essence of this divine moment. This manuscript serves as an encyclopedia for knowledge seekers during medieval times. Through its ornate decorations and meticulous details, this artwork invites us into a world untouched by sin – reminding us of humanity's state of innocence before temptation took hold. With its rich symbolism and masterful execution, "Ms 251, f. 16r: The marriage of Adam and Eve" continues to captivate
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