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Properties of Water, from the De proprietatibus rerum
LRI1152377 Properties of Water, from the De proprietatibus rerum by Bartholomeus Anglicus (vellum) by French School, (15th century); BibliothAque Carnegie de Reims, France; (add.info.: Bartholomeus Anglicus (Bartholomew of England) (born before 1203-died 1272) was an early 13th-century scholastic scholar of Paris, a member of the Franciscan order. He was the author of the compendium De proprietatibus rerum (" On the Properties of Things" ), dated at 1240, an early forerunner of the encyclopedia. Anglicus also held senior positions within the church and was appointed Bishop of uukAow although he was not consecrated to that position.
Translated into French by Jean Corbichon.); Luisa Ricciarini; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23014702
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
Chemistry Element Elements Encyclopedia Franciscan Friar Intellect Motif Properties Property Scholar Stylised Theory Things Treatise Anglicus Bartholomeus Rerum
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This print showcases a page from the medieval manuscript "De proprietatibus rerum" by Bartholomeus Anglicus. The intricate vellum artwork, created by an anonymous French School artist in the 15th century, is now housed in the Bibliothèque Carnegie de Reims in France. The image depicts the properties of water, one of the elements explored in this scientific treatise. With its stylized and ornamental decoration, it exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of illuminated manuscripts during that era. Bartholomeus Anglicus was a renowned scholar and member of the Franciscan order who authored this compendium as an early precursor to encyclopedias. His work delved into various subjects including natural history, philosophy, and theology. Through meticulous research and intellectual prowess, Anglicus sought to understand and explain the world around him. This particular page focuses on water's unique characteristics within his broader exploration of elemental properties. As we gaze upon this decorative print today, we are reminded not only of medieval scholarship but also of humanity's timeless fascination with understanding our environment. It serves as a testament to both artistic beauty and scientific inquiry – two realms that have long been intertwined throughout history.
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