Pilate tries to liberate Jesus but the crowd wants to crucif
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Pilate tries to liberate Jesus but the crowd wants to crucif
Pilate tries to liberate Jesus but the crowd wants to crucify him. Miniature. Codex Predis. Quattrocento Renaissance (XV century). Royal Library. Turin. Italy
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Christopher Cristoforo Illuminated Manuscript Pilate Predis Renaissance Talk Talking 15th
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This exquisite 15th century miniature, found in the Codex Predis at the Royal Library in Turin, Italy, depicts a pivotal moment in the Passion of Christ as recounted in the New Testament. In this scene, Pontius Pilate, the Roman prefect of Judea, stands before an anxious crowd, attempting to broker a compromise and release Jesus from imminent crucifixion. With hands raised in supplication, Pilate implores the crowd to spare the life of the man they have accused of blasphemy and sedition. Yet, the crowd, whipped into a frenzy by religious and political leaders, remains resolute in their demand for Jesus' crucifixion. The intricate details of this Quattrocento Renaissance masterpiece, created by the Italian artist Cristoforo Predis, bring to life the intensity and emotion of this historical moment. The delicate brushstrokes and rich colors of the illuminated manuscript transport us back to a time when religious and political tensions were at a boiling point. The talking figures, with their expressive faces and body language, add to the drama and tension of the scene. This miniature is a testament to the artistic and historical significance of the 15th century Renaissance, and serves as a reminder of the enduring power of art to capture and preserve the stories and moments that shape our world.
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