Decameron 1465

This miniature, "Decameron," from a 1465 illuminated manuscript by Jean Fouquet, depicts a scene from Giovanni Boccaccio's famous collection of novellas. Fouquet, a celebrated French painter known for his meticulous detail and realistic portrayals, captures a story of love, deceit, and betrayal. The landscape, with its river, trees, and distant castle, provides a serene backdrop for the drama unfolding in the foreground. This miniature is a prime example of Fouquet's ability to blend narrative detail with meticulous artistry, contributing to the enduring legacy of "Decameron" and its influential impact on Western literature.