Breviari d'amor
Matfre Ermengaud
British Library
London , GB
Mid 14th century French Occitan
Between 1288 and 1292, a profound encyclopedic work emerged, expounding on how the world is a manifestation of love. Written in the Occitan dialect, this remarkable piece comprises an impressive 34,550 lines of verse. Delving into the essence of existence, it explores the concept of the universe as an emanation of love, weaving a poetic tapestry that captures the intricacies and beauty of this profound idea.
Type
Manuscript, Opaque watercolor, iron-gall ink and gold on vellum
34 × 24.5 cm