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A Bishop Saint with a Donor (Saint Louis of Toulouse?), early 1400s. Creator: Unknown
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A Bishop Saint with a Donor (Saint Louis of Toulouse?), early 1400s. Creator: Unknown
A Bishop Saint with a Donor (Saint Louis of Toulouse?), early 1400s. The style of this painting suggests that it comes from Catalonia in northeastern Spain, though the identity of its artist remains unknown. The painting represents a youthful bishop-saint identifiable by a bishops symbols of authority, his miter and crozier. He wears rich vestments. Below, the figure in black represents the donor of the painting--likely a wealthy layperson rather than a cleric. The identity of the saintly bishop is speculated to be Saint Louis, Bishop of Toulouse, on the basis of his youth. Louis was consecrated Bishop of Toulouse in 1297, died six months later at the age of 23, and was canonized in 1317. His relics were moved in 1423 to Valencia and his cult flourished in Spain
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This print showcases a painting titled "A Bishop Saint with a Donor (Saint Louis of Toulouse?)" from the early 1400s. The artist behind this masterpiece remains unknown, but its style suggests it originates from Catalonia in northeastern Spain. The focal point of the artwork is a youthful bishop-saint, distinguished by his symbols of authority - the miter and crozier. Adorned in opulent vestments, he exudes an air of grace and piety. Beneath the saintly figure stands a mysterious donor dressed in black attire, likely a wealthy layperson rather than a clergyman. Speculations surround the identity of the bishop-saint depicted; however, many believe him to be Saint Louis, Bishop of Toulouse. This assumption stems from his youthful appearance and historical context. Saint Louis was consecrated as Bishop at just 23 years old in 1297 but sadly passed away six months later. His canonization took place in 1317, leading to his relics being moved to Valencia in 1423 where his cult thrived. The painting itself is rendered using tempera with raised and gilded gesso on wood, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship prevalent during that era. Preserved within The Cleveland Museum of Art, this piece serves as an invaluable testament to Catalonia's artistic heritage during the early 15th century. Although its creator may remain anonymous forevermore, their skillful brushstrokes continue to captivate viewers even centuries later.
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