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Book of Hours, 1530. Creator: Unknown
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Book of Hours, 1530. Creator: Unknown
Book of Hours, 1530. January: people playing games indoors. Les six premiers ans que vit l'homme au monde / Nous comparons a janvier droictement / Car en ce moys vertu ne force abonde / Non plus que quant six ans a ung enfant'. (The first six years that man lives in the world / We compare to January directly / For in this month virtue does not abound / No more than when a child is six years old)
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This exquisite Book of Hours, created in the early 16th century, showcases a charming and whimsical depiction of people engaging in indoor games during the month of January. The text accompanying the image reads, "The first six years that man lives in the world / We compare to January directly / For in this month virtue does not abound / No more than when a child is six years old." This intricately designed page, with its vibrant colors and intricate blackletter script, is a testament to the artistic and literary achievements of the Renaissance period. The scene features a diverse group of individuals, both male and female, participating in various activities, from playing hobby horses to tending to birds. A man in a fur-trimmed robe sits at a table, intently studying a book, while a woman in a flowing gown looks on, her hands folded in her lap. A man in a simple tunic plays a game of dice, while another man, dressed in a more elaborate outfit, rides a toy horse. A woman cradles a dove in her hands, while a man in the background tends to a birdcage. This beautifully preserved manuscript, with its gold embellishments and delicate illustrations, is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Europe during the Middle Ages. The page is a prime example of the Gothic and Renaissance styles that influenced art, literature, and religion during this period. The Book of Hours was a popular form of devotional literature, used by both the clergy and the laity for private prayer and meditation. This particular page, with its playful and engaging depiction of indoor pastimes, adds a lighthearted and human touch to this important religious text.
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