The vat overflows. Apocalypse of Angers
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The vat overflows. Apocalypse of Angers
BATAILLE, Nicolas (14th c.). The vat overflows. 1375 - 1382. Blood coming out of the Wine-press of God. Scene 13 of the tapestry number 4 from the series Apocalypse of Angers commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou, after cartons attributed to Jean de Bruges (fl. 1368-1381). International gothic. Tapestry. FRANCE. PAYS DE LA LOIRE. MAINE-ET-LOIRE. Angers. Angers Castle
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1368 1375 1381 1382 Angers Anjou Apocalypse Attributed Bataille Blood Bruges Cartons Coming Commissioned Loire Maine Nicolas Pays Press Tapestry Wine 14th Overflows
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The Vat Overflows: Scene 13 of the Apocalypse of Angers Tapestry The Apocalypse of Angers, a remarkable series of 13 tapestries created between 1375 and 1382, is a testament to the artistic and cultural richness of the Middle Ages. Commissioned by Louis I, Duke of Anjou, these tapestries were designed after cartons attributed to Jean de Bruges, a prominent artist of the International Gothic period. One of the most striking scenes in this series is "The Vat Overflows," which depicts the biblical prophecy of the Apocalypse of St. John. In this scene, the vat, which represents the Wine-press of God, overflows with blood. The image is a powerful representation of divine wrath and the impending end of the world. The blood flowing from the vat symbolizes the punishment inflicted upon the wicked, as well as the redemption and purification of the righteous. The tapestry, which is now housed in Angers Castle in Maine-et-Loire, France, is a masterpiece of color and composition. The horizontal format of the tapestry emphasizes the sense of movement and dynamism, as the blood cascades out of the vat and engulfs the figures below. The intricate details and the use of color create a vivid and dramatic visual effect, transporting us back to the medieval period and immersing us in its rich symbolism. The Apocalypse of Angers tapestries represent a significant contribution to Western art history and continue to captivate audiences with their intricate designs, powerful symbolism, and historical significance.
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