Two Kings of Ireland

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Two Kings of Ireland

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Simon Marmion

Flemish Illuminator · 1450–1489

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Not long after his death, Simon Marmion was praised by the poet Jean Lemaire de Belges as the "prince of illumination." This reputation probably owed much to the artist's proficiency in depicting nature and his skill as a storyteller. Marmion was especially gifted in the representation of light and the textures of objects, as well as the creation of engaging psychological content in the gestures a

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Date
1475
Medium
Tempera colors, gold leaf, gold paint, and ink
Culture
Franco-Flemish
Department
Manuscripts
Institution
Getty Museum
Object ID
db3d0e5e-0025-4064-b99c-d4c4f4da8ca9

The angel and Tondal's soul come upon two Irish kings, Donatus and Conchober, who have recently died. Although they were great enemies, these kings made peace between themselves and repented, earning their places in heaven.

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