Stock Library Collection

The Nativity. Book of Hours believed to have belonged to Henry VII and Henry VIII. French, Normandy, c.1430-1430

Manchester Central Library, Manchester, England

Manchester, England

Private prayers and devotions written for a member of the Scepeaux family. St Joseph offers fruit to the Christ Child, seated on Virgins lap

France Savoy Lanslevillard Church of St. Michel Nativity

Ecce Ancilla Domini ! (The Annunciation) by Dante Gabriel Rossetti Dante Gabriel Rossetti (May 12)
Ecce Ancilla Domini ! (The Annunciation) by Dante Gabriel Rossetti Dante Gabriel Rossetti (May 12, 1828 - April 10, 1882) was an English poet, painter and translator

The flight into Egypt. Book of Hours believed to have belonged to Henry VIII. France, Normandy c.1430-1440

Nativity, Mary and Joseph with child, ox and ass

Nativity. Romanesque Life of Christ. English, 12th Cent

Rubens - La Adoration de los Reyes - Adoration of the Magi, 1610 by Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) in the Prado in Madrid

Nativity, Joseph with musical angels. English Illumination in 13th and 14th Cent

Nativity. Book of Hours, Flanders, 2nd half 15th Cent

Nativity, Virgin reclining, Joseph seated, temple, man rehearsing scroll, princes and people in courts. Psalm 86/87

The Nativity. Book of Hours for Bona Sforza, Polish, 1527

Nativity. English Psalter, late 12th Cent

Nativity and Adoration. Book of Hours, French 1407

Nativity. English Illumination in 13th and 14th Cent

The Nativity

France Savoy Lanslevillard St. Sebastian Chapel Nativity in the Manger

The Nativity. Blessed Virgin and some saints. Thessalonika, 1st half 14th Cent

The Nativity. Mary asleep on a couch. Joseph on a chair. English, c. 1300

The Every-Day Book or Everlasting Calendar of Popular Amusements Sports Pastimes Ceremonies Manners Customs and Events Volume I by William Hone 1826 Ancient Representation of the Nativity

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"Exploring the Richness of Stock Libraries: A Journey through Art and History" Step into the enchanting world of stock libraries as we delve into a captivating collection that spans centuries and continents. Manchester Central Library, located in the heart of Manchester, England, holds within its walls an array of treasures that offer glimpses into religious devotion and artistic brilliance. One such gem is "The Nativity, " a Book of Hours believed to have once graced the hands of both Henry VII and Henry VIII. This illuminated manuscript transports us back in time, immersing us in the sacred story of Christ's birth. Its intricate illustrations evoke awe and wonder as they depict Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus surrounded by oxen and donkeys. Venturing further afield to France's Savoy Lanslevillard Church of St. Michel Nativity, we encounter another testament to faith. Here lies a private prayer book crafted for a member of the Scepeaux family - an intimate glimpse into their spiritual journey. Dante Gabriel Rossetti's masterpiece "Ecce Ancilla Domini. " (The Annunciation) captivates with its ethereal beauty. Painted on May 12th by this renowned artist, it captures the moment when Archangel Gabriel delivers his divine message to Mary with utmost grace. As we wander through history's tapestry, we stumble upon "The Flight into Egypt. " Housed within yet another Book of Hours attributed to Henry VIII himself, this artwork takes us on a pilgrimage across Normandy in France during medieval times. Returning closer to home in England, Romanesque art unfolds before our eyes with "Nativity: Life of Christ. " Created during the 12th century, this English illumination mesmerizes with its simplicity yet profound depiction of Jesus' birth. Peter Paul Rubens enchants us with his vibrant portrayal titled "La Adoration de los Reyes - Adoration of the Magi.