Michael,
These pictures have again opened a window to another age, an age that seems so close,..... though just out of reach!
It is very interesting to see the story of the soldier wounded by the falconet
played out in picture form, and offers us a glimpse of a lifetime lived long ago.
The detailing would appear to be from his actual experience, and add greatly to the interest in the picture.
For the 15th century, some of the paintings are strikingly modern!...and the detail exceptional!
What I find frustrating, is when I see work like this, I want to Experience life In this time period!.......not merely look at it from a distance!!!
(though I'll pass on getting struck by a ball from a falconet!...)
Thank you for posting.
Richard.
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