Dedication Page with Blanche of Castle and King Louis IX of France, Scenes from the Apocolypse from Bibles moralisées.
Gothic Europe. c. 1225-1245 C.E. Illuminated manuscript
This 13th century illumination, both dazzling and edifying, represents the cutting edge of lavishness in a society that embraced conspicuous consumption. As a pedagogical tool, perhaps it played no small part in helping Louis IX achieve the status of sainthood, awarded by Pope Bonifiace VIII 27 years after the king's death.
Medieval picture bible
Most important to have survived Heavily illustrated Extremely expensive Illuminated manuscript Similar to text selected, but differed in the allegorical and moral deductions 7 surviving of the group – designed for the personal use of the French Royal family. Medallions – common (like stained glass and other Gothic art) Many artist involved – not known Only one side of each page used –increase size and expense New style: softer and more realistic – away from Byzantine influence Patron: Queen Blanche of Castile – financed it production Ruler to be: Louis IX ‘s job was to take the texts lessons to heart (along with other text read to him by tutors) This 13th century illumination, both dazzling and edifying, represents the cutting edge of lavishness in a society that embraced conspicuous consumption. As a pedagogical tool, perhaps it played no small part in helping Louis IX achieve the status of sainthood, awarded by Pope Bonifiace VIII 27 years after the king’s death
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