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Original Hand-Colored Engraving of a Cardinal of the Middle Ages, 1847
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Title: "Cardinal of the Middle Ages"
Description: This print depicts a cardinal from the Middle Ages, as part of the work "Costume du Moyen Age" from 1847. The cardinal is shown in full regalia, with a voluminous, bright red robe that cascades around him, a symbol of his high ecclesiastical status. The robe is detailed with rich, deep folds, indicating the weight and quality of the fabric. He wears a red, wide-brimmed hat known as a galero, which is distinctive to cardinals, with a rounded top that sits snugly on his head. In one hand, he holds a closed, thick book with a green cover, suggesting scholarly pursuits or the holding of scripture. His other hand is raised in a gesture that could be interpreted as teaching, blessing, or speaking. The cardinal's beard and hair are neatly trimmed, and his expression is solemn and composed, reflecting the gravity of his position within the Church.
The colors have a nice glow over them. Historically, egg whites, known as glair, and sometimes egg yolk were indeed used in illumination and painting, particularly in manuscripts, to give colors a brighter appearance and to add a sheen or gloss to the work. This technique was quite common during the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance.
Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image.
Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting. Egg yolk helps to create a durable and long-lasting color that adheres well to various surfaces.
In the context of the print from 1847, it's less likely that egg whites or yolks were used directly on the print, as by that time, commercial printing processes would have been more advanced and less reliant on such manual methods. However, if this print is a representation of an earlier style or is meant to mimic the appearance of hand-painted manuscripts, the original artists might have employed techniques or materials that gave a similar effect to those achieved with egg-based binders and varnishes.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1847
- Condition:Good. Overal light toning and minor brown spots but the image itself clean and hand-colored almost 200 years ago and still in expliciet colors. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue, mostly around the edges. Study the images carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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