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DE PREDIS, Cristoforo (1440-1486). De Sphaera
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DE PREDIS, Cristoforo (1440-1486). De Sphaera
DE PREDIS, Cristoforo (1440-1486). De Sphaera. ca. 1470. Jupiter. Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Modena. Estense Library
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Cristoforo Day Light Estense Jupiter Modena Predis Quattrocento Renaissance Sun Light Up Right
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This exquisite miniature painting, titled "De Sphaera" by the Italian artist Cristoforo de' Predis (1440-1486), dates back to around 1470 and is currently housed in the Estense Library in Modena, Italy. The scene unfolds outside, bathed in the warm, golden light of a sunny day. A group of people, dressed in the fashion of the Quattrocento period, gather around an ancient woman, who points upwards with an authoritative gesture. Her gaze is fixed on the celestial sphere suspended above her, which represents the planet Jupiter. The woman, believed to be personifying the wisdom of ancient knowledge, imparts her wisdom to the assembled crowd, who listen intently, their faces expressing awe and wonder. The vibrant colors of their clothing and the rich, textured fabrics add depth and dimension to the composition, while the vertical arrangement of the figures creates a sense of balance and harmony. The intricate details of the painting, such as the delicate folds of the robes and the intricate patterns on the ground, are a testament to the artist's mastery of the miniature painting technique. The use of perspective and shading adds depth and three-dimensionality to the scene, making it a true masterpiece of Renaissance art. The Estense Library, with its impressive collection of rare and valuable manuscripts and prints, is the perfect home for this beautiful work of art, which continues to inspire and captivate viewers with its timeless beauty and intriguing narrative.
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