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FOUR HORSEMEN. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Woodcut from the Cologne Bible
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FOUR HORSEMEN. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Woodcut from the Cologne Bible
FOUR HORSEMEN.
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1479
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1479 Angel Apocalypse Biblical Christianity Cologne Cologne Bible Damned Death Doomsday Equestrian Evil Four Manuscript Illumination Scythe Skeleton
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This woodcut print from the Cologne Bible transports us back to the late medieval period, immersing us in a world of biblical prophecy and divine judgment. Depicting the iconic Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, this image is both haunting and awe-inspiring. The four horsemen, each representing a different aspect of doom and destruction, gallop across the page with an equestrian grace that belies their sinister purpose. The first rider, mounted on a white horse, symbolizes conquest or pestilence. Behind him follows a red horseman embodying war and bloodshed. The third figure rides upon a black steed signifying famine and scarcity. Lastly, we see death himself astride a pale horse - his skeletal form wielding a scythe ready to claim souls in its wake. Rendered with meticulous detail by an unknown German artist during the Renaissance era, this woodcut showcases not only their technical skill but also their deep understanding of Christian theology. Manuscript illuminations like these were highly valued for their ability to bring sacred texts to life visually. As we gaze upon this print today, it serves as a reminder of our mortality and the eternal struggle between good and evil. It invites contemplation on themes such as faith, redemption, and human frailty in the face of impending doomsday scenarios.
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