#medievalart

[vyrosk]

|The Wolfs Melody| Twisted Spells

Listen to the haunting melodies of the one, whose name is unknown, roaming through the fields you call your home.

Bound by the tunes, myths, and Tales and twisted spells woven into his words, the thread of life under his hands.

Familiar and never seen again.

Personal Illustration :))

[lunegrimm]

Nachtschwärmer - [night owl/ night person]

New personal piece just in time for the return of the werewolf designs (more details will follow soon] I felt like making coloured version this time as well & I love how it looks! #WerewolfWednesday

[enchantedbook]

woodcut illustration of a fantastical cat with spiraled limbs and tail. Johann - Georg Schench, Monstrorum Historia Memorabilis, 1609.

[sepulcher-of-the-light]

Art by Lucas Garcete

[fongnicolas]

[beracerbera]

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[blondebrainpowered]

This stunning book was a gift from Francois I to his niece, Jeanne d'Albret.

This tiny handwritten prayer book (8.5 x 6.5 cm) is decorated with sixteen full-page painted illustrations and numerous illuminated initials. It can be dated thanks to the date 1532 that appears in its ornamentation.

[vcreatures]

Something a bit different than what I normally do, but I hope you all still like it. 

I was inspired by the ornate tapestries of the Medieval period, one of favorites being “The caged unicorn” So this is my very subtle homage to it. 

[alexlibris-bookart]

The latest Anatomia journal is now complete! Created with care and a vintage aesthetic that celebrates the timeless art of anatomy and bookbinding. The book features 8" x 10" dimensions and 600 blank pages...

[along-the-silkroad]

Angel announcing to high priest Zacharias the imminent birth of his son, John the Baptist, Ms. 2374, fol. 228r, from the Echmiadzin Gospels (10th century), late 6th century, Matenadaran, Yerevan, Armenia.

This miniature belongs to a series of paintings which were added to the Echmiadzin Gospels when Yovhannes made the manuscript in the late 10th century in the Noravank Monastery near Tatev. They are much older than the Echmiadzin Gospels themselves, dating to the 6th century. All of them deal with Epiphanies of divine beings to mortals. Here we see Zacharias in his high priest attire standing in front of the temple of Jerusalem, with the angel appearing in front of him with conspicuous peacock wings.

[vyrosk]

|The Boars Melody Danse Macabre|

"Follow the Boars melody through the woods, like the wind through leaves and moss. Follow its melody and shed your fears in the silence, to embrace its chants with the sound of rhythmic hooves on this ground you call your home."

[lunegrimm]

I decided to quickly add some textures to a 3D "sketch" (I don't know what else to call it ) I started a few months ago as a test for a new potential figure idea

Fitting for the wolf moon and werewolf wednesday :)

[enchantedbook]

'Wild Woman Riding a Unicorn', by Master from the Amsterdam Cabinet, 1475

[sepulcher-of-the-light]

Death's missive, by Lucas Garcete

[planet-gay-comic]

Homosexuality in History: Kings and Their Lovers

Hadrian and Antinous Hadrian and Antinous are famous historical figures who epitomize one of the most well-known homosexual relationships in history. Hadrian, the Roman Emperor from 117 to 138 AD, developed a close friendship with Antinous, a young man from Egypt. This relationship was characterized by deep affection and is often viewed as romantic. There are indications of an erotic component, evident in Hadrian's inconsolable reaction to Antinous's tragic death. Hadrian erected monuments and temples in honor of Antinous, underscoring their special bond.

Alexander the Great and Hephaestion The ancient world was a time when homosexuality was not as taboo in many cultures as it is today. Alexander the Great and Hephaestion are a prominent example of this. Alexander, the Macedonian king from 336 to 323 BC, and Hephaestion were best friends and closest confidants. Their relationship was so close that rumors of a romantic or even erotic connection circulated. After Hephaestion's death, Alexander held a public funeral, indicating their deep emotional bond.

Edward II and Piers Gaveston During the Middle Ages, homosexuality was not as accepted in many cultures as it is today. The relationship between Edward II and Piers Gaveston was marked by rumors and hostilities, demonstrating that homosexuality was not always accepted in the past. Their relationship is believed to have been of a romantic nature, leading to political turmoil and controversies. Gaveston was even appointed Earl of Cornwall by Edward, highlighting their special connection.

Matthias Corvinus and Bálint Balassi In the Renaissance, there was a revival of Greco-Roman culture, leading to increased tolerance of homosexuality. Matthias Corvinus ruled at a time when homosexuality was no longer illegal in Hungary. The relationship between Matthias Corvinus and Bálint Balassi is another example of homosexuality being accepted during this period. Matthias Corvinus had a public relationship with Bálint Balassi, a poet and soldier. Their relationship may have been of a romantic nature, as Balassi was appointed as the court poet, and it had cultural influence.

These relationships between the mentioned kings and their lovers are remarkable examples of the long history of homosexuality in the world. In many cultures of antiquity and the Middle Ages, homosexuality was not as strongly stigmatized, demonstrating that homosexuality was not always rejected in the past.

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[beracerbera]

Cheerful kobold alchemist