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The Tears of st John. Apocalypse of Angers
BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The Tears of St. John. 1375 - 1382. St John weeping for the Sealed Book. Sixth Scene of the tapestry number 1 from the series Apocalypse of Angers commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou, after cartons attributed to Jean de Bruges (fl. 1368-1381). International gothic. Tapestry. FRANCE. PAYS DE LA LOIRE. MAINE-ET-LOIRE. Angers. Angers Castle
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1368 1375 1381 1382 Angers Anjou Apocalypse Attributed Bataille Bruges Cartons Commissioned Loire Maine Nicolas Pays Sealed Sixth Tapestry Tears Weeping 14th
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The Tears of St. John" is a captivating and intricately detailed scene from the Apocalypse of Angers tapestry series, created between 1375 and 1382 by the renowned artist Nicolas Bataille during the International Gothic period in France. Commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou, this sixth tapestry in the series depicts St. John the Divine, deeply moved as he holds the Sealed Book, or the Book of Revelation. The scene is attributed to the designs of Jean de Bruges, a prominent artist of the time. The tapestry, woven in the Pays de la Loire region of Maine-et-Loire, France, is a masterpiece of the Middle Ages, showcasing the Western artistic tradition at its finest. The horizontal composition of the image emphasizes the emotional intensity of St. John's reaction to the contents of the Sealed Book. The colors and hues used in the tapestry are rich and vibrant, adding to the overall impact and beauty of the artwork. In the image, St. John is shown with tears streaming down his face as he clutches the Sealed Book. The expression on his face conveys a sense of profound sadness and awe, as if he is bearing witness to the end of the world. The intricate details of the tapestry, from the folds of St. John's robes to the delicate lines of the book's binding, demonstrate the exceptional craftsmanship of the weavers who brought Bataille's designs to life. The Tears of St. John is a poignant and powerful image that speaks to the human condition and the universal themes of emotion, knowledge, and the passage of time. It is a testament to the artistic achievements of the Middle Ages and a reminder of the enduring power of art to move and inspire us. This image is not to be confused with any commercial use or company, but rather a historical and artistic representation of a significant work from the Western artistic tradition.
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