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July: "Le chateau de Poitiers, scene of harvest and shear"
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July: "Le chateau de Poitiers, scene of harvest and shear"
JLJ4685231 July: " Le chateau de Poitiers, scene of harvest and shear" Flemish miniature by Pol De Limburg (15th Century) from the manuscript " The very rich hours of the Duke of Berry", 15th century. Sun 0, 29x0, 21 m Chantilly, Musee Conde by Limbourg, Pol de (d.c.1416); Musee Conde, Chantilly, France; (add.info.: July: " Le chateau de Poitiers, scene of harvest and shear" Flemish miniature by Pol De Limburg (15th Century) from the manuscript " The very rich hours of the Duke of Berry", 15th century. Sun 0, 29x0, 21 m Chantilly, Musee Conde); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
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Bètail Breeding Calendar Dough Haymaking Mutton Sickle Wool
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This print captures a glimpse into the vibrant world of 15th-century France. Titled "July: Le chateau de Poitiers, scene of harvest and shear" it is a Flemish miniature by Pol De Limburg from the manuscript "The very rich hours of the Duke of Berry". The artwork measures 0.29x0.21 meters and is housed in the Musee Conde in Chantilly. In this intricate illustration, we are transported to a bustling countryside during the month of July. The scene depicts an idyllic castle surrounded by lush fields where peasants engage in various agricultural activities. A bridge connects the castle to a quaint cityscape in the background, adding depth to this picturesque setting. The laborious tasks associated with harvest and shearing dominate this composition. Peasants can be seen using sickles to gather crops while others tend to livestock for wool production. The presence of dough suggests that baking bread was also an essential part of daily life during this period. With its attention to detail and exquisite illumination techniques, this Flemish miniature offers us a window into medieval French society's reliance on agriculture as well as their architectural preferences for fortifications like castles. As we admire this remarkable piece, let us appreciate how art has preserved glimpses into our past, allowing us to connect with history through visual storytelling.
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