Antiphonal Collection

Leaf of Antiphonal or Choir Missal on vellum. Notation is on the five-line stave as used today. Text is in Latin
528349 Leaf of Antiphonal or Choir Missal on vellum. Notation is on the five-line stave as used today. Text is in Latin. Spain, c1650. Music Vocal Religion Christian ; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Page of music decorated with initial letter O enclosing monks chanting from an antiphonal
528010 Page of music decorated with initial letter O enclosing monks chanting from an antiphonal. 13th-14th century (music manuscript from the Montpellier Codex of the Notre Dame (Old French)

Initial "O" from an Antiphoner, 16th century. Creator: Anonymous
Initial "O" from an Antiphoner, 16th century. Private Collection

Initial "A" from an Antiphonary, ca 1395-1403. Creator: Lorenzo Monaco (ca. 1370-1425)
Initial "A" from an Antiphonary, ca 1395-1403. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Initial D, 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial D, 1430s

Initial L, 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial L, 1430s

Initial U (?), 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial U (?), 1430s

Initial D, 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial D, 1430s

Initial N (?) with David in Prayer, 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial N (?) with David in Prayer, 1430s

Initial I with David, 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial I with David, 1430s

Initials with King David as Scribe, 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initials with King David as Scribe, 1430s

Initial I with David, 1430s. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial I with David, 1430s

Initial T with a group of Benedictine monks singing before an altar from which issues water, 1430s

Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275

Leaf 2 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 2 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275

Leaf 5 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 5 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275

Leaf 7 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 7 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275

Leaf 2 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 2 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275

Leaf 6 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 6 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275

Leaf 4 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 4 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275

Leaf 4 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 4 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275

Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275

Leaf 6 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 6 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275

Leaf 1 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 1 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275

Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275

Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275. Creator: Unknown
Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275

Antiphonal (Incunable Fragment)
Two consecutive leaves from an incunable antiphonal, parchment. Text in black ink with red rubrics. Musical notation in a German gothic hufnagel style on a 5-line stave printed in red with F

Antiphonal (Fragment)
Two vellum leaves from an antiphonal. Possibly two halves of a bifolium. Text contains chants for St Elizabeth of Hungary, St Celia and St Clement. Date: Late circa 13th Century

Very large historiated initial S, showing Saint Stephen, c. 1350-1400 (coloured inks and gold leaf on vellum)
986165 Very large historiated initial S, showing Saint Stephen, c.1350-1400 (coloured inks and gold leaf on vellum) by Gherarducci

MS 278b, Historiated initial F from an antiphoner showing Saint Thomas Aquinas teaching six men from and open book
FIT276182 MS 278b, Historiated initial F from an antiphoner showing Saint Thomas Aquinas teaching six men from and open book (vellum) by Giacomo

Master of the Vitae Imperatorum: The Trinity, miniature from an illuminated choirbook on vellum, c
986269 Master of the Vitae Imperatorum: The Trinity, miniature from an illuminated choirbook on vellum, c.1440 (paint and burnished gold on vellum) by Italian School

Presentation of Christ in the temple, c. 1340 (paint on vellum)
986265 Presentation of Christ in the temple, c.1340 (paint on vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); 11.2x10.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Presentation of Christ in the temple)

Ms 384 Antiphonary of Saint Denis Abbey, 11th century (vellum)
BMR163638 Ms 384 Antiphonary of Saint Denis Abbey, 11th century (vellum) by French School, (11th century); Bibliotheque Mazarine, Paris, France; eBibliotheque Mazarine; eArchives Charmet; French

Saints Philip and James, c. 1400 (large historiated initial on antiphonal vellum)
985844 Saints Philip and James, c.1400 (large historiated initial on antiphonal vellum) by Bartolomeo, Martino de (1369-1434) (follower of); 18.2x17.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Saints Peter and Paul, c. 1400 (large historiated initial on antiphonal vellum)
985843 Saints Peter and Paul, c.1400 (large historiated initial on antiphonal vellum) by Bartolomeo, Martino de (1369-1434) (follower of); 21x19 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Christ as the Light of the World, c. 1400 (large historiated initial on antiphonal vellum)
985842 Christ as the Light of the World, c.1400 (large historiated initial on antiphonal vellum) by Bartolomeo, Martino de (1369-1434); 21.7x16.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Initial D: Noah Directing the Construction of the Ark, c
3545798 Initial D: Noah Directing the Construction of the Ark, c.1500 (tempera, gold leaf and ink on parchment) by Master of the Monogram B.F (fl.1470-1530); J

Christ presents the mission to St. Peter, c. 1320 (paint on vellum)
986264 Christ presents the mission to St. Peter, c.1320 (paint on vellum) by Valkenburg, Johannes von (fl.1299) (attr.to); 9.2x10.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Illuminated historiated initial N, depicting a nativity scene
986154 Illuminated historiated initial N, depicting a nativity scene, 1410 (cut from choir book) by Camaldolese, Don Simone (fl.1381-1426); 37.5x29.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A large decorated initial E, c. 1500 (very fine pen and wash on vellum)
986375 A large decorated initial E, c.1500 (very fine pen and wash on vellum) by Swiss School, (16th century); 52x37 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A large decorated initial E)

Christ Teaching His Disciples, Within an Initial I, c
986339 Christ Teaching His Disciples, Within an Initial I, c.1480 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by Pellegrino di Mariano (15th century) (circle of); 17.5x13.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Holy Trinity: God the Father in His Majesty Enthroned, Holding Orb and Sceptre
986338 The Holy Trinity: God the Father in His Majesty Enthroned, Holding Orb and Sceptre, Represented with Three Faces, Within an Initial B

A large historiated A with a depiction of the Ascension, c
986277 A large historiated A with a depiction of the Ascension, c.1450 (inks, paint and gold leaf on vellum) by Torelli, Filippo di Matteo (1409-68) (attributed to)

Saint Nicolas of Myra, historiated initial C, from an illuminated choirbook
986268 Saint Nicolas of Myra, historiated initial C, from an illuminated choirbook on vellum, c.1400 (paint with a surround of burnished gold on vellum)

The Trinity, c. 1360 (paint on burnished gold ground on vellum)
986266 The Trinity, c.1360 (paint on burnished gold ground on vellum) by Neapolitan School, (14th century); 10x10 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trinity)

Two leaves from a Hymnal in Latin, c. 1890 (illuminated manuscript on vellum)
985696 Two leaves from a Hymnal in Latin, c.1890 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by European School, (19th century); 33x23.7 (approx.) cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Praying Saint, a large historiated initial R, c. 1400 (historiated initial
985723 A Praying Saint, a large historiated initial R, c.1400 (historiated initial, cut from an antiphonal on vellum) by Italian School

Christ blessing the Apostles, c. 1260-1270 (initial on gold ground with foliate
986263 Christ blessing the Apostles, c.1260-1270 (initial on gold ground with foliate ornamentation, paint and vel) by Gaibana

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"Antiphonal: A Glimpse into Medieval Choral Tradition" Step back in time with these captivating fragments from an ancient antiphonal, a cherished musical treasure of the Middle Ages. Each fragment holds a piece of history, offering us a window into the world of medieval chants and religious devotion. The delicate pages bear witness to the meticulous craftsmanship that went into their creation. From Incunable Fragment to Fragment, each page tells its own story through intricate calligraphy and vibrant illuminations. These fragments are not mere remnants; they are portals to another era. One cannot help but be captivated by the Very Large Historiated Initial S, showcasing Saint Stephen in all his glory. The coloured inks and gold leaf bring this saintly figure to life on vellum, reminding us of the reverence bestowed upon these sacred texts. Moving on to Ms. 278A and MS 278b, we encounter historiated initials cut from antiphoners featuring Saint Thomas Aquinas teaching six men from an open book. These striking visuals serve as visual aids for worshipers during choral performances, enhancing their spiritual experience. Lastly, we come across a masterpiece by the Master of Vitae Imperatorum - The Trinity miniature. Painted with exquisite detail and burnished gold accents on vellum, it transports us into divine realms where heavenly harmonies resound. These antiphonal fragments offer more than just glimpses into liturgical practices; they provide insights into medieval society's cultural richness and artistic achievements. They remind us that music has always been intertwined with spirituality throughout human history. As we marvel at these precious remnants today, let them inspire us to appreciate both our shared musical heritage and the enduring power of art across centuries.