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Gospel Book with Evangelist Portraits: Saint Matthew, c. 1480. Creator: Hausbuch Master (German)
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Gospel Book with Evangelist Portraits: Saint Matthew, c. 1480. Creator: Hausbuch Master (German)
Gospel Book with Evangelist Portraits: Saint Matthew, c. 1480. Each of the four gospels, here in Latin, are preceded by a full-page miniature of the appropriate Evangelist. As is conventional, the Evangelists are represented as contemporary scribes seated at a lectern surrounded by all the accouterments of the trade---inkpots, quill pens, penknives, etc. The miniatures style is characteristically German late Gothic in its expressive use of angular drapery and realistic detail. Each miniature, however, bears the marks of The Hausbuch Masters hand: notice the terrace space for each figure and the emphasis on realistically rendered details, such as the furniture construction and the tools of the scribe as well as the facial types, with their heavy-lidded, downcast eyes. This artist was occasionally noted for his humor, as here in the portrait of the Evangelist John in which he depicted the saint erasing an error in his text with a pen knife in his left hand and a quill pen in his right. The skillful penwork, tracery, vine scrolls, and the large initials are the work of the other artists. The binding is original. The Hausbuch Master is known primarily for an album of lively drawings as well as some ninety copper engravings. He was also a panel painter of some distinction
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This print showcases a Gospel Book with Evangelist Portraits, specifically focusing on Saint Matthew. Created by the talented Hausbuch Master in Germany around 1480, this exquisite piece of art is truly a masterpiece. The book features all four gospels in Latin, each preceded by a full-page miniature of the corresponding Evangelist. In line with tradition, the Evangelists are depicted as contemporary scribes seated at a lectern surrounded by various tools of their trade - inkpots, quill pens, and penknives. The miniatures exhibit the distinct late Gothic style commonly found in German art during that period. Angular drapery and intricate details bring these scenes to life. The Hausbuch Master's unique touch can be seen throughout each miniature. Notable elements include terrace spaces for each figure and an emphasis on realistic details such as furniture construction and scribe tools. One particularly delightful detail is found in the portrait of Saint John where he is humorously portrayed erasing an error in his text with a pen knife held in his left hand while clutching a quill pen with his right. The skillful craftsmanship extends beyond just the miniatures themselves; it also encompasses the binding which remains original to this day. Additionally, other artists contributed to this remarkable work through their expert penwork, tracery designs, vine scrolls, and large initials. While primarily known for an album of lively drawings and numerous copper engravings, The Hausbuch Master's talent as both a panel painter and creator of this Gospel Book solidifies their place among distinguished artists from that era.
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