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Friar. Priory chair of Blanche of Aragon and Anjou. 14th cen
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Friar. Priory chair of Blanche of Aragon and Anjou. 14th cen
Priory chair of Blanche of Aragon and Anjou. 1321-1325. Portrait of a friar. From the Monastery of Sigena. Diocesan Museum of Lleida. Spain
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1321 1325 Anjou Aragon Bearded Blanche Catalan Catalonia Diocesan Friar Lerida Lleida Monastery Monk Polychromed Polychromy Prior Priory Romanesque Sigena 14th
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This exquisite 14th century portrait depicts a friar, believed to be the Prior of the Priory of Blanche of Aragon and Anjou, seated in a detailed and intricately carved wooden chair. The Priory, located in the Monastery of Sigena in Lleida, Spain, was established in 1321 by Blanche of Naples and her husband, King James II of Aragon, as part of their efforts to promote the Anjou dynasty in Catalonia. The friar's bearded face, framed by a fur-trimmed cowl, exudes a sense of wisdom and piety. His eyes are closed in deep contemplation, and his hands are folded in prayer. The chair, adorned with polychromed decorations, reflects the rich artistic traditions of the Romanesque and Gothic periods in Spain. The intricate details of the woodwork, including the delicate carvings of leaves and flowers, demonstrate the exceptional craftsmanship of the time. This portrait offers a glimpse into the religious and artistic heritage of medieval Catalonia, a period marked by the fusion of various artistic influences and the establishment of new religious orders. The Priory of Blanche of Aragon and Anjou, and the Monastery of Sigena, played an important role in the cultural and spiritual life of the region, and this portrait serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of this period in Spanish history.
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