Breviary Collection

Ms - C15 French Breviary
page from a French Breviary: the miniature depicts the Annunciation to Mary by an angel, watched by God from up there Date: early 15th century

Coronation of the Virgin as Queen of Heaven. Facsimilie from a sixteenth century German Breviary
2915282 Coronation of the Virgin as Queen of Heaven. Facsimilie from a sixteenth century German Breviary. From the book The Connoisseur Illustrated published 1903.; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

King Solomon welcoming the Queen of Sheba. Bible I Kings10: 2. 15th century
532912 King Solomon welcoming the Queen of Sheba. Bible I Kings10: 2. 15th century (chromolithograph after miniature in Breviary of Cardinal Grimani attributed to Memling)

King Rene, (1409-80) Duke of Anjou and Lorraine, King of Naples, Jerusalem and Sicily, and his musical court
536013 King Rene, (1409-80) Duke of Anjou and Lorraine, King of Naples, Jerusalem and Sicily, and his musical court. 15th century (chromolithograph after the manuscript, 'Breviary')

Illustration from a breviary, 1412. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from a breviary, 1412. The risen Christ with saints and angels (above); demons and souls of the damned, including a cardinal, a bishop, a king and a pope (below)

Psalter. Breviary for an ecclesiastical dignitary, mid 13th century. Creator: Anon
Psalter. Breviary for an ecclesiastical dignitary, mid 13th century

Noted Breviary (Incunable Fragment)
Fragment of a leaf from an incunable breviary, parchment. Includes printed 4-line staves but the musical notation has not been added

Noted Breviary (Fragment)
Leaf from a noted breviary, parchment. The text is a series of lessons based on the Gospel of John (identified passages include John 7)

Liturgical Text (Fragment)
Leaf from a liturgical text, either a missal or a breviary, parchment. Text in a single column in dark brown ink in a Caroline minuscule with red capitals and rubrics. Date: circa 11th Century

Breviary (Fragment)
Two leaves, probably from a breviary, parchment. The leaves are from the same work but do not appear to be consecutive. Main body text in two columns in a Gothic textualis rotunda in dark brown ink

Death takes the Abbot's miter and drags him away.. Handcolored engraving by Chretien de Mechel from Hans Holbein's The Triumph of Death, based on original drawings by Peter Paul Rubens, 1860

Saint Catherine Surrounded by the Doctors of Alexandria (chromolitho)
668480 Saint Catherine Surrounded by the Doctors of Alexandria (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Catherine Surrounded by the Doctors of Alexandria)

Fol. 3v Month of March: Working in the Fields, from Breviarum Grimani (vellum)
XIR181253 Fol.3v Month of March: Working in the Fields, from Breviarum Grimani (vellum) by Italian School, (16th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Venice, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Skeleton of Death dragging away an Abbot by his robes
Skeleton of Death with mitre and crozier pulling an Abbot by his robes. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816

Illustration from the Breviary of Alaric, 506 (vellum)
1066017 Illustration from the Breviary of Alaric, 506 (vellum) by German School, (11th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Chateau Life starting for the Promenade (chromolitho)
668498 Chateau Life starting for the Promenade (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chateau Life starting for the Promenade)

Illustration from the Breviary of Alaric, 506 (vellum)
1066016 Illustration from the Breviary of Alaric, 506 (vellum) by Visigothic (6th century AD); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Queen of Sheba before Solomon (chromolitho)
668477 The Queen of Sheba before Solomon (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queen of Sheba before Solomon, Costume of 15th century)

Fol. 10v Month of October: Sowing, from Breviarium Grimani, c. 1515 (vellum)
XIR173253 Fol.10v Month of October: Sowing, from Breviarium Grimani, c.1515 (vellum) by Flemish School, (16th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Venice

Detail of an illustrated page of the Love Breviary of Beziers

The Annunciation, 1413-1419. From the Breviary of John the Fearless, produced in Paris. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Hannah before Eli the high priest, 1413-1419. From the Breviary of John the Fearless, produced in Paris. Illustration from Illuminated Manuscripts in the British Museum, Miniatures, Borders

Adoration of the Magi, c1490-1497. The Holy Family, with kneeling Magi and angels above, text with decorated initial S, and borders of trompe l oeil decoration with acanthus and flowers

Leaf Excised Breviary Charles Bold Margaret York
Leaf Excised from a Breviary of Charles the Bold and Margaret of York: The Martyrdom of Saint Denis, c. 1467-1470. Simon Marmion (French, 1420s-1489)

The Queen Of Sheba Before Solomon. 15Th Century Costume. Facsimile Of Miniature From Breviary Of Cardinal Grimaldi Attributed To Memling In Library Of San Marco Venice

Farmers plowing and sowing. Late 15th century. Italy
Farmers plowing and sowing. Miniature of Grimani Breviary. Late 15th century. Saint Marks Library. Venice. Italy

Grimani Breviary. 16th c. Month of September. The Wine Harvest (fol. 9v). Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Venice. Biblioteca nazionale marciana (St. Marks Library)

Two pages of music, Commune Dedicationis Ecclesiae
Two pages of music for singing in religious services, Commune Dedicationis Ecclesiae. 17th century

Page of music, Commune Dedicationis Ecclesiae
Page of music for singing in religious services, Commune Dedicationis Ecclesiae. 17th century

Page of music, Commune Sanctae Mariae
Page of music for singing in religious services, Commune Sanctae Mariae. 17th century

Gothic. Spain. The Annunciation. Miniature. Master of Osma
Gothic art. Spain. The Annunciation. Miniature. Folio 159v. Master of Osma. Codex. 1470. Breviary of Montoya Bishop. Archive Library of Cabildo. Cathedral of Burgo de Osma

Breviary of the Bishop of Montoya. The Annunciation. 15th ce
Breviary of the Bishop of Montoya (Pedro Garcia de Montoya, c.1456-1474). By Master of Burgo de Osma. 15th century. Parchment. The Annunciation of the Virgin Mary. Miniature. Spain

Breviary of the Bishop of Montoya. The Epiphany. 15th centur
Breviary of the Bishop of Montoya (Pedro Garcia de Montoya, c.1456-1474). By Master of Burgo de Osma. 15th century. Parchment. The Epiphany. Miniature. Spain

Breviary of the Bishop of Montoya. The Assumption of the Vir
Breviary of the Bishop of Montoya (Pedro Garcia de Montoya, c.1456-1474). By Master of Burgo de Osma. 15th century. Parchment. The Assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven. Miniature. Spain

The month of May, tree festival, miniature from the Grimani Breviary, folio 5, verso. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Sant Jordi Catalan Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Proc: ITALY

Grimani Breviary. 16th c. Month of August: Leaving for the Hunt. Renaissance art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. VENETO. Venice. Biblioteca nazionale marciana (St. Marks Library)

Page Dispersed Rasikapriya Lover Breviary ca
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CONCERT, 15th CENTURY. Manuscript illumination by Georges Trubert, late 15th century, from a breviary of Rene II, Duke of Lorraine

BELLEVILLE BREVIARY, c1325. Page from the Belleville Breviary, produced for Jeanne de Belleville by Jean Pucelle, c1325

Antique illustration of lunch of a 16th century Flemish gentleman from a picture of the 16th century Grimani Breviary, masterpiece of Flemish manuscript illumination

King Solomon welcoming the Queen of Sheba. Bible I Kings10: 2. Chromolithograph after miniature in Breviary of Cardinal Grimani attributed to Memling. 15th century

King Rene and his musical court. Rene (1409-80) Duke of Anjou and Lorraine, King of Naples, Jerusalem and Sicily. Arab/European interface - see writing on back wall

Grimani Breviary. 16th c. Scene of a wedding in April, 16th century. Renaissance art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Venice. Biblioteca nazionale marciana (St. Marks Library)

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The breviary, a significant liturgical text dating back to the 15th century, holds immense historical and cultural value. One such example is the Ms - C15 French Breviary, which offers us a glimpse into the religious practices of that era. Its delicate pages reveal intricate illustrations and meticulously notated prayers. Another notable the Incunable Fragment known as Noted Breviary. This precious piece showcases fragments of ancient texts, preserving snippets of knowledge from centuries past. Each fragment tells a story, connecting us to our ancestors' spiritual journey. Within these fragments lies an intriguing scene: "Death takes the Abbot's miter and drags him away. " This captivating image serves as a reminder of life's transience and prompts contemplation on mortality. As we explore further into this world of illuminated manuscripts, we encounter additional fragments from various Noted Breviaries. Each one carries its own unique beauty and significance—each stroke of ink capturing devotion in its purest form. These fragmented pieces offer glimpses into forgotten rituals and traditions—a testament to human spirituality throughout history. They remind us that even in fragments, faith endures. The Breviaries themselves are like puzzle pieces scattered across time—a tapestry waiting to be woven together again. As we examine each fragment with care, we begin to unravel their secrets—their whispered prayers echoing through generations. In these remnants lie stories untold—words left unspoken but forever preserved within their fragile pages. The silence between each line invites us to listen closely—to hear the echoes of those who came before us. Through these fragmented whispers emerges a profound connection—an invitation for reflection on our shared humanity across centuries. The breviary becomes more than just an object; it becomes a bridge linking past and present—a tangible link between souls separated by time yet united by faith.