Arnaldus de Villa Nova (1240 - 1312); BOYSSET
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Arnaldus de Villa Nova (1240 - 1312); BOYSSET
Arnaldus de Villa Nova (1240 - 1312); BOYSSET, Bertrand (1355-1415). Surveying treaty. 1250 - 1312. Surveying and demarcation of land. Illustration of Boysset. Ms 327 fol.28r. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Carpentras. Biblioth豵 e Inguimbertine (Inguimbertine Library)
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Bertrand Biblioth X8c75 Carpentras Nova Surveying Treaty Villa Arnaldus Demarcation Up Right
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This exquisite miniature painting, found in the Inguimbertine Library in Carpentras, France, depicts Arnaldus de Villa Nova (1240-1312), a renowned scholar and author, in the act of surveying land with the assistance of his student, Bertrand Boysset (1355-1415). The scene is set against a backdrop of a Gothic villa, with lush greenery and vibrant colors adorning the landscape. The vertical composition of the illustration, found on MS 327 fol.28r, highlights the meticulous attention to detail in the representation of the surveying instruments used by Arnaldus and Boysset. Arnaldus de Villa Nova was a significant figure in the fields of medicine, botany, and agriculture during the Late Middle Ages. He is best known for his encyclopedic work, "De proprietatibus rerum," which covered a wide range of subjects, including the surveying and demarcation of land. Boysset, his student, continued Arnaldus' legacy by authoring his own treatise on surveying, "Liber de geometria," which further solidified the importance of this knowledge during the medieval period. The rich colors and intricate details of this Gothic miniature painting serve as a testament to the artistic and intellectual achievements of the time. The use of upright composition, with the figures of Arnaldus and Boysset positioned at the bottom of the image, draws the viewer's attention to the surveying instruments and the land they are measuring, emphasizing the importance of this practical skill in the medieval world. Overall, this illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the interconnectedness of science, art, and knowledge during the Middle Ages.
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