ARHT 105 Lecture Notes - Lecture 16: Lindau Gospels, Basilica Of San Vitale, Pope Leo Iii
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Crowned holy roman empire in rome by pope leo iii, on christmas day, Used san vitale, ravenna as an inspiration. Charlemagne would watch masses from his throne above the church. The godescalc gospels, scribe godescalc, 783, tempera, ink, and gold on. Making direct eye contact with his animal divine inspiration coming from above. Front and back covers of the lindau gospels. Front: crucifixion with angels and mourners: repouss hammered out from behind, not proportionate, and very fluid body, christ is alive on the cross, triumphs death. Christ was not depicted as dead until 1000: must have a strong binding so that the weight of the gold cover does not ruin the book.
