Medieval Codicology (WEIRD MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT ART & MEMES & SNAILS) with Evan Pridmore
Ologies with Alie Ward
Medieval Manuscripts and Their Whimsical Art
This chapter explores the stylistic variations in medieval artwork, emphasizing the use of gold leaf in manuscripts and the chaotic aesthetics similar to contemporary memes. It highlights the collaborative efforts in monastic workshops that produced these illustrated texts while drawing parallels between historical and modern artistic expressions. The discussion includes the whimsical imagery found in medieval art, including playful depictions of animals and symbolic representations, revealing the humor and creativity that characterized this era.
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