Antichrist imagery in Anglo-French illustrated Apocalypses from the thirteenth to the fourteenth century

Authors

  • Alessandro Paolo Lena Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6092/issn.2038-6184/15995

Keywords:

Apocalypse, Iconography, Antichrist, Illumination, Anglo-french manuscripts

Abstract

The analysis of Antichrist imagery in Anglo-French Apocalypse manuscripts from the thirteenth to the fourteenth century shows the power of visual exegesis in medieval apocalyptic tradition. Based on Berengaudus’ commentary, such imagery presents Antichrist either as a beast or as a human figure, revealing how the medieval world envisioned the final opponent of Christ.

Published

2022-12-20

How to Cite

Lena, A. P. (2022). Antichrist imagery in Anglo-French illustrated Apocalypses from the thirteenth to the fourteenth century. Figure, 5(1), 11–22. https://doi.org/10.6092/issn.2038-6184/15995

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