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Which secular subjects appeared in late Gothic painting?
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Exterior view of Chartres Cathedral, France.
In late Gothic painting, which spanned the 14th and 15th centuries, artists began to incorporate secular subjects alongside traditional religious themes. These secular depictions included:
- Hunting scenes1
- Chivalric themes1
- Depictions of historical events1
These subjects were frequently featured in manuscript illuminations, which served as a primary medium for artistic production during this era. A notable example of this style is the Très Riches Heures du duc de Berry, created by the Limbourg brothers, which exemplifies the International Gothic style through its detailed calendar illustrations.1