Monumenta et memoriae:the thirteenth-century episcopal pantheon of León Cathedral

The thirteenth-century episcopal pantheon of León Cathedral exemplifies the fusion of commemoration and propaganda, serving as a tool to manipulate collective memory and reinforce episcopal authority. This study identifies key devices within the pantheon that evoke bishops' achievements, personal devotion, rituals, dogmas, and the history of the See. It highlights the expressive mourning traditions of Leonese citizens, rooted in Iberian practices, while analyzing the aesthetic compliance with Lucas of Tuy's ideals. Notably, Bishop Rodrigo's sepulchral monument is recognized as a foundational work in Castilian-Leonese tomb design, with its complex interplay between imagery and audience influencing subsequent designs, such as that of Bishop Martin.

Ameijeiras, R. S. (2019). Monumenta et memoriae:the thirteenth-century episcopal pantheon of León Cathedral. Memory and the Medieval Tomb, 269–299. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315193427-12