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” described by Hildegard as the creative Spirit that
This is another way for Hildegard to remind us that the human being should not merely be an observer of the world
it was customary for the richest noble women (a Queen or a Duchess) to commission paintings of their jewelry
The reddish lion stands for "warlike men" who start conflicts without fearing God's judgment
Strong weave resists wear and holds shape
"Tale of Lost Time" Plate tapestry ” described by Hildegard asWhat is a good life lesson? The medieval artist that originally painted this plate, back in 1550, seemed to have no doubt: time was the most valuable asset. Here a donkey sits on a chair with a towel around its neck, while a man scrubs its face. The painting refers to an old Italian proverb: "Chi lava il capo all'asino perde il sapone," or "He who washes the head of an ass wastes the soap." This is a humorous tale about the use of time, a warning not