Gradual Collection

Manuscript Illumination with the Presentation in the Temple in an Initial S, 1450-60
Manuscript Illumination with the Presentation in the Temple in an Initial S, from a Gradual, 1450-60

Prohibitions on child labour were gradually spreading wider and wider, 1850
3478694 Prohibitions on child labour were gradually spreading wider and wider, 1850; (add.info.: Prohibitions on child labour were gradually spreading wider and wider)

Prayer book. German manuscript on parchment with initials decorated with flowers, c.1425. Creator: Anonymous master
Prayer book. German manuscript on parchment with initials decorated with flowers, c.1425. Private Collection

Assumption of the Virgin, mid 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Assumption of the Virgin, mid 13th century. Illuminated initial letter and early sheet music. Leaf from a gradual made in southern Germany, or possibly the Seitenstetten region of Austria

Prophet in a Historiated Initial "O" from a Gradual, 1392/99. Creator: Silvestro dei Gherarducci
Prophet in a Historiated Initial "O" from a Gradual, 1392/99

The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual, c.1500. Creator: Unknown
The Assumption of the Virgin in a Historiated Initial from a Gradual, c.1500

Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30. Creator: Maestro Daddesco
Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30

Gradual (Fragment)
Fragment of a gradual, parchment. This is only a small part of a larger leaf and has been badly damaged by its use as a binding fragment. Date: 14th Century

Building demolished manually, Bromley, Kent
A commercial building in Bromley, Kent, being demolished the hard way, by hand. Date: circa 1950s

Ms 384 Christ in Glory, page from the Antiphonary of Saint-Denis (vellum)
BMR327000 Ms 384 Christ in Glory, page from the Antiphonary of Saint-Denis (vellum) by French School, (11th century); Bibliotheque Mazarine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Antiphonaire de l Abbaye de St)

Gradual, cutting with an historiated initial from an antiphonary, Milan
3587462 Gradual, cutting with an historiated initial from an antiphonary, Milan, 1515 (tempera & ink on parchment) (verso of 3587461) by Master B. F

Gradual, cutting with an historiated initial C of St. John the Baptist
3587461 Gradual, cutting with an historiated initial C of St. John the Baptist, from an antiphonary, Milan, 1515 (tempera & ink on parchment) (recto of 3587462) by Master B. F

Sketch map illustrating the localities of origin or occupation, and gradual advance, of the Barbaric nations (litho)
6004947 Sketch map illustrating the localities of origin or occupation, and gradual advance, of the Barbaric nations (litho) by English School

Bifolium from a Gradual, German, late 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Bifolium from a Gradual, German, late 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with Initial R, from a Gradual, German, second quarter 15th century

Manuscript Illumination with Saint Lawrence in an Initial C, from a Gradual, Italian, ca. 1380-90

Manuscript Illumination with Saint Dominic Saving the Church of Saint John Lateran in an Initial A, from a Gradual, Italian, mid-15th century

Manuscript Leaf with the Dedication of a Church in an Initial T, from a Gradual, Italian, second half 15th century

Manuscript Illumination with the Presentation of Christ in the Temple in an Initial S, from a Gradual, Italian, ca. 1278

Manuscript Illumination with the Martyrdom of Saint Stephen in an Initial E, from a Gradual, Italian, ca. 1394-1402

Manuscript Leaf with a female saint (possibly Dorothy) in an Initial G, from a Gradual, Italian, ca. 1330-40

Manuscript Illumination with Four Saints in an Initial O, from a Choir Book, Italian, 1440-50

Manuscript Leaf with Initial T, from a Gradual, German, second quarter 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with Initial V, from a Gradual, German, second quarter 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with Initial C, from a Gradual, German, second quarter 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with Initial S, from a Gradual, German, second quarter 15th century

Christmas Hymn Date: 1375

Manuscript Leaf with Entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday in an Initial D... 15th-16th century
Manuscript Leaf with Entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday in an Initial D, from a Gradual, 15th-16th century

Manuscript Illumination with the Annunciation in an Initial R, from a Gradual, ca. 1300. Dominican choir book

Manuscript Illumination with the Birth of the Virgin in an Initial G, from a Gradual, ca. 1375

An open book, Mid of 16th cen Creator: Anonymous
An open book, Mid of 16th cen.. Private Collection

Sheet from a Carthusian gradual, ca 1368. Found in the Collection of Fondazione Cini, Venezia

Portrait of a Young Man, c. 1480. Artist: Master of St. Gudule (active End of 15th cen. )
Portrait of a Young Man, c. 1480. Found in the collection of National Gallery, London

The Finding of the Holy Cross. From an manuscript Gradual, c. 1420. Artist
The Finding of the Holy Cross. From an manuscript Gradual, c.1420. Private Collection

The Pentecost. Initials from an manuscript Gradual, ca 1430. Artist: Anonymous
The Pentecost. Initials from an manuscript Gradual, ca 1430. Private Collection

An Opened Liturgical Book. Artist: Anonymous
An Opened Liturgical Book. Found in the collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

The Gradual. Initial P, c. 1500. Artist: Antonio da Monza (active 1480-1505)
The Gradual. Initial P, c. 1500. Found in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

The Gradual. Initial R: The Resurrection, c. 1500. Artist: Antonio da Monza (active 1480-1505)
The Gradual. Initial R: The Resurrection, c. 1500. Found in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Cutting gradual Roman School Rome Italy 1567
Cutting from a gradual; Roman School; Rome, Italy; about 1567 - 1572; Tempera and gold leaf on parchment; Leaf: 15.6 x 16 cm (6 1, 8 x 6 5, 16 in.)

Leaf gradual Attributed Rinaldo da Siena Italian
Leaf from a gradual; Attributed to Rinaldo da Siena (Italian, active 1270s); Siena, Italy; about 1275; Tempera colors, gold leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 52.9 × 37.2 cm (20 13, 16 × 14 5)

Historiated Initial P Excised Gradual Nativity
Historiated Initial (P) Excised from a Gradual: The Nativity, c. 1350-1375. Attributed to Lippo Vanni (Italian). Ink, tempera, and gold on parchment; sheet: 10 x 11 cm (3 15/16 x 4 5/16 in.)

Initial Salve sancta parens Gradual Madonna Child
Initial S[alve sancta parens] from a Gradual: Madonna and Child, c. 1370-1374. Don Silvestro dei Gherarducci (Italian, 1339-1399)

Cutting Gradual Initial I Departure Tobias 1390
Cutting from a Gradual: Initial I with Departure of Tobias, c. 1390. " Master of Noahs Ark" (Italian). Ink, tempera and gold on vellum; leaf: 17.8 x 17.4 cm (7 x 6 7/8 in.)

Leaf Gradual Initial P Nativity 1500 workshop Attavante degli Attavanti
Leaf from a Gradual: Initial P with the Nativity, c. 1500. And workshop Attavante degli Attavanti (Italian, c. 1452-c. 1525)

Leaf Gradual Music verso 1420-1450 Northern Italy
Leaf from a Gradual with Music (verso), c. 1420-1450. Northern Italy, 15th century. Ink, tempera, and gold on vellum; each leaf: 52.1 x 34.9 cm (20 1/2 x 13 3/4 in.)

Leaf Gradual Historiated Initial Salve Sancta Parens
Leaf from a Gradual: Historiated Initial S[alve Sancta Parens] with Birth of the Virgin (recto), c. 1420-1450. Northern Italy, 15th century

Trinity Leaf Gradual Initial B 1496-1502 Circle
The Trinity: Leaf from a Gradual with Initial B, c. 1496-1502. Circle of Perugino (Italian, c1450/55-1523). Ink, tempera, and gold on parchment; sheet: 78.7 x 53 cm (31 x 20 7/8 in.)

Leaf Gradual Initial D John Baptist Late 1450s
Leaf from a Gradual: Initial (D) with John the Baptist, Late 1450s. Attributed to Francesco d Antonio del Cherico (Italian, 1433-1484)

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"Unveiling the Beauty: A Gradual Journey through Manuscript Illumination" Step into the enchanting world of manuscript illumination as we explore a collection of captivating artworks. From the delicate strokes of a brush to the meticulous details, these gradual hints reveal an extraordinary craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Intriguingly, our journey begins with "Manuscript Illumination with the Presentation in the Temple in an Initial S. " Created between 1450-60, this masterpiece showcases vibrant colors and intricate patterns that transport us back to a bygone era. Moving forward, we encounter fragments from various Graduals. Each piece offers glimpses into religious chants and hymns that once echoed within sacred spaces. These remnants remind us of their lost melodies yet preserve their spiritual essence. As we delve deeper, we stumble upon Bromley's demolished building. This manual destruction serves as a metaphor for how history can be erased but also reconstructed through careful examination and appreciation. Continuing our exploration, "Ms 384 Christ in Glory" mesmerizes us with its ethereal beauty on vellum pages. The divine aura emanating from this Antiphonary page transports us to heavenly realms where angels sing praises. The cutting from Milan's antiphonary presents an historiated initial capturing St. John the Baptist's essence—a testament to both artistic skill and devotion intertwined seamlessly. A sketch map then guides us through barbaric nations' origins and gradual advancement—an enlightening glimpse into historical migrations shaping civilizations across vast landscapes. Next, a bifolium from a German Gradual reveals anonymous hands meticulously crafting each letter—every stroke breathing life into ancient liturgical texts passed down generations like treasured heirlooms. Another manuscript leaf beckons our attention with its initial 'R, ' originating from Germany during the second quarter of the 15th century—a window into medieval scriptoria where scribes dedicated countless hours perfecting their craft.