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Codex Aemilianensis. 992-994. Council of Hispanic
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Codex Aemilianensis. 992-994. Council of Hispanic
Codex Aemilianensis. 992-994. Council of Hispanic bishops during the Visigothic domination. Mozarabic art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Royal Library of the Monastery of El Escorial. Proc: SPAIN. San Millᮠ de la Cogolla
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Bishops Codex Cogolla Council Domination Escorial Hispanic Lorenzo Mill Monastery Mozarabic Visigothic Millon Up Right
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1. Title: Gathering of the Hispanic Bishops at the Council of El Escorial (Codex Aemilianensis, 992-994) This exquisite miniature painting, taken from the Codex Aemilianensis, depicts an important historical moment during the Visigothic domination of Spain. The Council of Hispanic bishops, convened at the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, is depicted in this vertical image. The image is a testament to the rich Mozarabic art that flourished during this period. The Council of El Escorial, held between 992 and 994 AD, was a significant event in the history of the Iberian Peninsula. The bishops, dressed in their finest vestments, are shown seated around a long table, engaged in animated discussion. The council was presided over by King Alphonse III, who is depicted at the head of the table, wearing a crown and holding a scepter. The royal library of the monastery of El Escorial, located in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, is the current home of this precious manuscript. The painting is a masterpiece of Mozarabic art, characterized by its distinctive color palette and intricate detail. The use of vibrant colors and bold lines creates a sense of energy and dynamism, while the careful attention to detail in the depiction of the bishops' robes and the architectural details of the monastery add to the painting's overall beauty and historical significance. The Codex Aemilianensis is an invaluable resource for scholars of medieval Spanish history and art. The painting provides a glimpse into the political and religious landscape of the Visigothic period and sheds light on the artistic traditions that emerged during this time. The image is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that Spain has to offer and the importance of preserving and celebrating it for future generations. This image is available for research and educational purposes only. It is part of the extensive collection of the Royal Library of the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial in Spain.
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