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Detail of Louise of Savoy & Court

Illustration to Chapter Six of the treatise On Prudence. The Triumph of Fortitude and Prudence. Illuminated by unknown artist. F. 28v: French 1522-25.

While the eyes on Louise of Savoy's gown is probably represents something (she sees all?), and is most likely not literal, the other ladies hoods and gowns, and the general style of Louise's outfit, seem to be realistically based.

Image from the book Western European Illuminated Manuscripts 8th to 16th Centuries by Tamara Voronova and Andrei Sterligov (2003). Image #251, Page #180. Confidential Concepts. ISBN 1904310478.

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