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Leaf from a Gradual: Initial P with the Nativity, c. 1500. Creator: Attavante degli Attavanti
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Leaf from a Gradual: Initial P with the Nativity, c. 1500. Creator: Attavante degli Attavanti
Leaf from a Gradual: Initial P with the Nativity, c. 1500. This beautiful initial P introduces the text Puer natus e[st] nobis, et filius datus est nobis (" For a child is born to us, and a son is given to us" ) which marks the opening of the Introit for Christmas Day. The text, taken from Isaiah 9:6, continues, "... and his name shall be called Wonderful." It is used to celebrate one of the most joyous events of the Christian Church--the birth of Christ. This splendid leaf from a manuscript gradual contains the chants used for solemn high Mass on Christmas Day. The initial P features sprays of foliage that emerge and migrate along three sides of the page. Painted by Attavante degli Attavanti, one of the most prominent Florentine illuminators of the late 15th century--whose patrons included Duke Federigo da Montefeltro of Urbino, King Matthias Corvinus of Hungary, and the Medici Pope Leo X--the initial is characteristic of Attavantes use of a bright, sunny palette. His miniatures often include detailed landscapes with receding vistas and sundrenched hills, townscapes, and ultramarine skies
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1525 Early 16th Century Florence Tempera And Gold On Vellum Workshop Late 15th
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This stunning print captures a leaf from a Gradual, featuring an exquisite initial P with the Nativity scene, created by Attavante degli Attavanti around 1500. The initial P introduces the text "Puer natus e[st] nobis, et filius datus est nobis" which signifies the beginning of the Introit for Christmas Day. Taken from Isaiah 9:6, this text celebrates the birth of Christ and proclaims that his name shall be called Wonderful. The leaf itself is part of a manuscript gradual containing chants used for solemn high Mass on Christmas Day. Painted by Attavante degli Attavanti, one of Florence's most prominent illuminators during the late 15th century, this initial showcases his signature use of a vibrant and sunny color palette. His miniatures often depict intricate landscapes with distant views and sun-drenched hills, townscapes, and deep blue skies. Attavante was highly sought after by influential patrons such as Duke Federigo da Montefeltro of Urbino, King Matthias Corvinus of Hungary, and Pope Leo X from the Medici family. This particular leaf exemplifies his exceptional talent in capturing both religious devotion and artistic beauty. With its sprays of foliage gracefully adorning three sides of the page, this leaf from a Gradual serves as a visual testament to one of Christianity's most joyous events—the birth of Jesus Christ. Its delicate details and radiant colors make it an extraordinary piece that truly embodies the spirit and significance behind Christmas celebrations throughout history.
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