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Spanish Translation of Saint Augustine's "City of God"

  • Creation date1446
  • Dimensions39.0 x 29.0 cm

Discover Cano de Aranda, a 15th-century Spanish artist renowned for illuminated manuscripts like the 'City of God' translation. Explore his parchment artistry & legacy!

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The exhibited volume is one of three with the complete Spanish translation from the Latin of Saint Augustine"s City of God (De Civitate Dei). Written in the early fifth century after the sack of Rome by the Visigoths, Augustine, bishop of Hippo in north Africa, expanded the concept of the Church as a spiritual, heavenly City of God as opposed to the material, earthly City of Man. Even in times of upheaval, man should fix his eyes on the heavenly Jerusalem rather than earthly, political matters for, in the end, empires would fall and God alone would triumph. While the thesis is framed by this conflict of the material and the spiritual, throughout the twenty-two chapters, Augustine digresses into discussions of the flaws of pagan religions, the turpitude of the Romans, the original sin, the natures of the Cities of God and Man, and many other related themes upon which he wished to expound. In this manuscript copy of the City of God, the text of each chapter or book begins with a major decorated initial, is enriched with abundant marginalia throughout, and ends with a brief exposition or interpretation of the preceding text. The punched and tooled bindings appear to be contemporary with the manuscript.

Artist Biography

biography of the spanish artist

cano de aranda, a renowned spanish artist, was born in toledo in 1446 and passed away in 1482. his most notable work is the spanish translation of saint augustine's 'city of god' (1446), crafted on parchment in the style of illuminated manuscripts.

artistic contributions

* active in toledo during his lifetime, cano de aranda's work significantly contributed to the artistic landscape of 15th-century spain. * his use of parchment as a medium reflects the era's preference for this material in illuminated manuscripts. * the spanish translation of saint augustine's 'city of god' showcases cano de aranda's skill in translating complex texts into visually appealing, illuminated manuscripts.

notable works and collections

* cano de aranda: spanish translation of saint augustine's 'city of god' (1446) - this piece is a prime example of cano de aranda's artistry, featuring intricate details on parchment. (view the artwork on ArtsDot) * hastings museum and art gallery - although not exclusively featuring cano de aranda's work, this museum showcases a wide range of artistic pieces, including illuminated manuscripts. (explore the hastings museum and art gallery on ArtsDot)

legacy and influence

* cano de aranda's work on illuminated manuscripts has influenced subsequent generations of artists, with his attention to detail and use of parchment setting a precedent for future artistic endeavors. * his contributions to the spanish art scene during the 15th century remain significant, with his pieces continuing to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. uncover the artistic genius of cano de aranda and his remarkable contributions to the world of illuminated manuscripts.
Cano de Aranda

Cano de Aranda

1446 - 1482 , Spain

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Illuminated manuscripts
  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Subsequent generations']
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Mariano Fortuny']
  • Date Of Birth: 1446 Toledo, Spain
  • Date Of Death: 1482
  • Full Name: Cano de Aranda
  • Nationality: Spanish
  • Notable Artworks: ['City of God translation']
  • Place Of Birth: Toledo, Spain
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