he comments on the fine detail. Also on the use of hidden symbolism. The church interior is not contemporary to that day (gothic) but roman. This refers to the pre-christian era which was a precursor for the coming of Christ, (says Augustine). The statues of Cain and Abel and Samson are also about that (Passion and Resurrection). The Parrot was interpreted as saying 'ave ave', like the prayer, but also the reverse of eva (eve). Reflection is 'way to put himself in the reality he created'.
Beautiful! I love looking at Van Eyck's paintings - how about an English version so the rest of the world can understand the commentary?
willdingdong 3 years ago 3
he comments on the fine detail. Also on the use of hidden symbolism. The church interior is not contemporary to that day (gothic) but roman. This refers to the pre-christian era which was a precursor for the coming of Christ, (says Augustine). The statues of Cain and Abel and Samson are also about that (Passion and Resurrection). The Parrot was interpreted as saying 'ave ave', like the prayer, but also the reverse of eva (eve). Reflection is 'way to put himself in the reality he created'.
benzebenze 8 months ago