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Vestment of an Italian cardinal, 14th century
Vestment of an Italian cardinal, 14th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries, Levy Fils, Paris, 1860
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14thcentury Camillebonnard Cape Cassock Hood Paulmercuri Shoes Surplice Vestment
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1. Title: "A 14th Century Italian Cardinal: An Exquisite Display of Ecclesiastical Fashion and Power" This stunning handcolored illustration, drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard, offers a captivating glimpse into the opulent world of a 14th-century Italian Cardinal. The image, taken from the esteemed publication "Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries," published by Levy Fils in Paris in 1860, transports us back in time to an era of grandeur and religious authority. The Cardinal is depicted wearing a richly decorated vestment, an essential part of the ecclesiastical attire that symbolized power and prestige. The illustration showcases the intricate details of the Cardinal's ensemble, which includes a hat adorned with a tassel and a cross, a long, flowing cape, a hood with a distinctive "mitre" shape, a surplice, a cassock, and elegant shoes. The hat, known as a "galero," was a symbol of the Cardinal's rank and was worn only by the highest-ranking members of the Catholic Church. The cape, or "pallium," was a long, wide piece of fabric that was draped over the shoulders and fastened at the waist. The hood, or "zucchetto," featured a distinctive shape, with a pointed top and a wide, flat base. The surplice, a white linen undergarment, was worn beneath the cassock, which was a long, loose-fitting robe. The shoes, with their pointed toes and high heels, were a testament to the Cardinal's affluence and status. The intricate designs and rich colors of the Cardinal's vestments were a reflection of the wealth and power of the Catholic Church during the 14th century. This illustration, with its meticulous attention to detail and captivating portrayal of a 14th-century Italian Cardinal, offers a fascinating glimpse into the fashion, history, and culture of the time. It serves as a reminder of the grandeur and opulence that once defined the Catholic Church and the powerful figures who led it.
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