Six onion-roof towers supporting heavens
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Jerusalem was in medieval times and later often considered "centre of the world". It would fit the Rosettes page nicely.

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There seems to be such concept as Umbilicus Mundi - navel of the world. It was used for Rome but also for Jerusalem.

To be honest the real Jerusalem in the 1400s was provincial, small and neglected town. Never ending crusades and other wars substantially
damaged the buildings and reduced the population. But in manuscripts it was always a magnificent, great place.

I also agree that these towers are similar to apothecary jars.
There can be some symbolism behind it. At first glance it looks like a city and I wouldn't throw away that obvious meaning. But there could be
some hidden meaning - buy my powders, oils and tinctures and you will reach health, peace, harmony, perfection and so on, just like in heavenly
Jerusalem.
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RE: Six onion-roof towers supporting heavens - by Rafal - 02-01-2026, 04:42 PM

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