Le Grant Kalendrier Et Compost Collection

ALLEGORY OF MERCURY, 1496. Personification of Mercury, the planet of science and the arts. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grand kalendrier des bergieres, Troyes, 1496

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The lustful are smothered in fire and brimstone as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins

DEATH, 1496. Woodcut allegorical representation of Death from Le grant kalendrier et compost des Bergiers, 1496

ALLEGORY OF VENUS, 1496. Personification of Venus, star of love, gaiety and music. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, France, 1496

GOD AND SATAN. Vying for the soul of man, who is navigating the ocean of vices and sin. Woodcut from " Le grand kalendrier et compost des Bergiers, " Troyes, 1496

PLANET MERCURY, 1496. Personification of Mercury, the planet of science and the arts. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grand kalendrier des bergieres, Troyes, 1496

COMETS, 1496. Different forms of comets. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, France, 1496

Colored woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496
THE ZODIAC, 1496. Colored woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496

Woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496
THE ZODIAC, 1496. Woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, printed by Nicolas Le Rouge, Troyes, France, 1496

ALLEGORY OF VENUS, 1496. Personification of Venus, planet of love, gaiety and music. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, France, 1496

COMET, 1496. Different forms of comets. Colored woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, 1496

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"Le grant kalendrier et compost: A Journey Through the Cosmos and Human Nature" Step into a world of enchanting woodcuts, where allegories come to life and celestial bodies reveal their secrets. In 1496, Nicolas Le Rouge's masterpiece, "Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, " transported readers on a captivating voyage through the realms of science, art, love, and sin. The personification of Mercury takes center stage in this extraordinary work. As the planet of science and arts, Mercury symbolizes intellectual pursuits that elevate humanity. Its presence reminds us of our endless quest for knowledge and understanding. However, not all is lightness and enlightenment within these pages. Hell's fiery depths depict the consequences of succumbing to one's darkest desires. The lustful are consumed by flames as infernal punishment for indulging in sinful pleasures. Death also makes its appearance as an allegorical representation—a reminder that mortality is an inevitable part of human existence. This woodcut forces contemplation upon our own mortality while urging us to seize every precious moment we have. Venus emerges as another prominent figure—an embodiment of love, gaiety, and music. Her radiant star illuminates the path towards joyous connections with others—reminding us to embrace love in all its forms. God and Satan engage in a timeless battle for man's soul amidst an ocean teeming with vices and sins. This powerful image serves as a cautionary tale about the choices we make—the constant struggle between good and evil that defines our lives. Comets streak across the sky—a mesmerizing display captured in vibrant colors—representing cosmic wonders beyond our comprehension but inspiring awe nonetheless. Nicolas Le Rouge's masterful prints from Troyes transport us back to a time when art merged seamlessly with scientific exploration—an era where imagination knew no bounds. These woodcuts from "Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres" invite us to reflect on the mysteries of the universe and our place within it.