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Complutensian Polyglot Bible, printed by Arnao Guillen de Brocar (engraving)
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Complutensian Polyglot Bible, printed by Arnao Guillen de Brocar (engraving)
2919556 Complutensian Polyglot Bible, printed by Arnao Guillen de Brocar (engraving) by Spanish School, (16th century); The University of St. Andrews, Scotland, UK; (add.info.: Arnao Guillen de Brocar [printer]
The Complutensian Polyglot, the earliest of the Polyglots, known also as the Alcala or Ximenes Polyglot. Text based on a selection of manuscripts acquired by Cardinal Ximenes or loaned by Pope Leo X from the Vatican.
Title of vol. 5: Nouum Testamentum grece & latine in academia Complutensi nouiter impressum. All title pages have the arms of Cardinal Ximemes printed in red, apart from the New Testment, where they are printed in black. At the head of all titles: Haec tibi pentadecas tetragonon respicit illus hospitium petri [et] pauli ter quinq[ue] dierum. Namq[ue] instrume[n]tum vetus hebdoas innuit: octo lex noua signatur. ter quinq[ue] receptat vtrunq[ue].
The Complutesian Polyglot was edited by Diego LAopez de Zuniga with Elio Antonio de Lebrija, Fernando Nunez de Guzman, Juan de Vergara, Pedro de Vergara, Demetrios Ducas, Alphonso de Alcala and Pedro Coronel (Darlow and Moule).
Probably begun in 1502 and printed between 1514 and 1517, but did not obtain papal authorisation until 1522.); eUniversity of St. Andrews Library; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 23443656
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This print showcases the Complutensian Polyglot Bible, a remarkable masterpiece printed by Arnao Guillen de Brocar in the 16th century. The engraving captures the intricate details of this historic work, which is housed at The University of St. Andrews in Scotland. Also known as the Alcala or Ximenes Polyglot, this Bible holds significant importance as it is considered to be the earliest of its kind. Its text was based on a selection of manuscripts acquired by Cardinal Ximenes or loaned by Pope Leo X from the Vatican. The title page of volume 5 reads "Nouum Testamentum grece & latine in academia Complutensi nouiter impressum" highlighting its inclusion of both Greek and Latin translations. Each title page features Cardinal Ximemes' arms printed in red, except for the New Testament where they are printed in black. Edited by Diego LAopez de Zuniga with several notable contributors, including Elio Antonio de Lebrija and Fernando Nunez de Guzman, among others, this monumental work took several years to complete. It was likely started around 1502 but did not receive papal authorization until 1522. Through this enchanting image captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, viewers can appreciate both the historical significance and artistic beauty embodied within this extraordinary piece of literature.
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