Depiction of the Papacy
The picture on the right with the monster of Ravenna show a less scientific and logical approach to life, demonstrating that the rationality behind the Scientific Revolution had not spread all the way through Europe. Here’s a closeup of the picture on the right:
The Papal Ass
The fancy castle in the background with the pope’s flag connects the monster to the church. The rumour of this beast’s creation was that it was found near Rome. Monsters like these were believed to be cohorts with the Devil, and having it near the pope showed his association with evil.
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