La Bête. Le Faux Prophète. Les Nations. Gog et Magog. Apoc. XX 

Facundus created this illustration around 1050, using ink and colors to depict a scene inspired by the Apocalypse. The composition, arranged in three distinct registers, draws us in with its vivid colors and bold outlines. The beast, rendered in striking red, dominates the upper register, immediately evoking a sense of impending doom. Here, the use of color and form transcends mere representation, diving into the symbolic. The registers could represent different spiritual and terrestrial realms or stages in an apocalyptic narrative. The geometric shapes, the figures, and the landscape each have a coded significance, reflecting a structured vision of the cosmos and human destiny. Notice how the rigid lines and symmetrical layout create a sense of order, even within a scene of chaos. This work can be viewed not just as an image but also as a complex semiotic system that invites us to unravel the cultural and philosophical underpinnings of its time.