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The end of the world and the Last Judgement. Codex of Predi
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The end of the world and the Last Judgement. Codex of Predi
The end of the world and the Last Judgement. The trees will covered with blood. Codex of Predis. 1476. Royal Library. Turin. Italy
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1476 Blood Codex Codice Covered Cristoforo Judgement Last Manuscript Predis Renaissance Turin 15th
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This hauntingly beautiful image is a miniature from the Codex of Predis, a 15th-century manuscript created in Italy during the Renaissance period. The illustration depicts the end of the world and the Last Judgement, a significant theme in Christian eschatology. The scene is set against a backdrop of an apocalyptic landscape, where the trees are covered in blood. The central figure is Christ, enthroned and surrounded by angels, as he presides over the final judgement of humanity. The dead are rising from their graves, some in anticipation of salvation, while others are shown in fear and despair, as they await their fate. The river of life, represented by a serene body of water, separates the saved from the damned, who are led away by demons. This powerful and evocative image is a testament to the artistic and religious sensibilities of the medieval period. The Codex of Predis is a rare and valuable historical document, and this miniature is a striking example of the intricate and detailed illustrations that were common in European manuscripts of the time. The manuscript is now housed in the Royal Library of Turin, Italy, and continues to captivate scholars and art lovers alike with its rich history and artistic merit.
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