Hymnal Collection

Noted Hymnal (Fragment)
Leaf from a hymnal, parchment. Text in a gothic script in two columns interspersed with musical notation in a German gothic hufnagel style on a 4-line stave with C marked. Date: 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

Drawing for Plate 7: From Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania", c. 1939. Creator: Unknown
Drawing for Plate 7: From Portfolio " Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania", c. 1939

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)

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)

Easter Chicks Singing Hymns, 1910 (chromolithograph)
3036244 Easter Chicks Singing Hymns, 1910 (chromolithograph) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of four baby chicks singing Easter hymns from hymnals;)

The First Communion, 1878 (oil on canvas)
3822412 The First Communion, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Morris, Phillip Richard (1838-1902); 49.5x75.3 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; British

Pages from a hymnal (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
3900207 Pages from a hymnal (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by American School; 20.5x27 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Hand-drawn; hand-colored; hand-lettered)

Choir psalter and Hymnal (vellum)
702718 Choir psalter and Hymnal (vellum) by Giraldi, Guglielmo (fl.1445-89); Free Library of Philadelphia; eFree Library of Philadelphia; Italian, out of copyright

Choir psalter and Hymnal (vellum)
702717 Choir psalter and Hymnal (vellum) by Giraldi, Guglielmo (fl.1445-89); Free Library of Philadelphia; eFree Library of Philadelphia; Italian, out of copyright

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)

Pentecost from the Laudario of Sant Agnese, c. 1340 (tempera
5242322 Pentecost from the Laudario of Sant Agnese, c.1340 (tempera, gold and ink on parchment) by Master of the Dominican Effigies, (14th century); 43x31.7 cm; J

Bookplate for Esther Kolb, December 27, 1813 (ink and colour on paper)
955240 Bookplate for Esther Kolb, December 27, 1813 (ink and colour on paper) by Kulp, David (1777-1834); 16.4 x 9.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (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

Illuminated Initial from Hymnal, 1830-62. Creator: Freeman Gage Delamotte
Illuminated Initial from Hymnal, 1830-62

An Open Bible On A Wooden Ledge With Stained Glass Windows And The Altar Of A Church; Howick, Northumberland, England

Pews In A Church, Iona, Scotland

Behind a table in an interior is a woman who sings from a songbook, Next to her is a man who plays a violin, for the table sits a man with a glass in hand, on the ground a jar

PROTESTANT HYMNBOOK, 1524. Title page of the first edition of the first Protestant hymnbook, Geystlich Gesangk-Buchleyn (the Encheiridion ), edited by Martin Luther and Johann Walther, Wittenberg

FRANCISCAN NUNS, c1430. Franciscan nuns attending a church service. Manuscript illumination, French, c1430

CHURCH CHOIR, 1875. Illustration by Randolph Caldecott for an 1875 edition of Old Christmas
CHURCH CHOIR, 1875. Illustration by Randolph Caldecott for an 1875 edition of " Old Christmas, " by Washington Irving

NEW ENGLAND PSALMS, 1770. Engraved frontispiece by Paul Revere (left) and title page from William Billings New England Psalm Singer, Boston, Massachusetts, 1770

CHRISTMAS CAROLERS. Wood engraving, 1896

WASHINGTON: BLACK CHURCH. A black congregation in Washington, D. C. Colored engraving, 1876
WASHINGTON: BLACK CHURCH. A black congregation in Washington, D.C. Colored engraving, 1876

Anglican hymn books, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Presbyterian Evangelical church in Lome, Togo, West Africa, Africa

Presbyterian temple service, Seoul, South Korea, Asia

Daily Mass, World Youth Day, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

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Captivating and Timeless: The Beauty of the Hymnal The hymnal, a treasured book of sacred songs and prayers, has been an integral part of religious worship for centuries. Its pages hold fragments of history, each telling a unique story through intricate illustrations and delicate calligraphy. One such fragment is the "Noted Hymnal (Fragment), " showcasing the artistry that adorned these ancient texts. A very large historiated initial S catches our eye, depicting Saint Stephen with vibrant colored inks and gold leaf on velvety vellum. This masterpiece transports us back to the 14th century, where devotion met craftsmanship. Moving forward in time brings us to rural Pennsylvania in 1939. An unknown artist's drawing from the portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania" captures our attention with its simplicity yet profoundness. Plate 7 reveals scenes reminiscent of simpler times when communities gathered around their faith. The Master of the Vitae Imperatorum takes us even further into history with his miniature depiction titled "The Trinity. " Painted on burnished gold-adorned vellum around 1440, this illuminated choirbook transports us to a world where spirituality was intertwined with artistic expression. A glimpse into another era presents itself through "Presentation of Christ in the Temple, " painted on vellum circa 1340. The vivid colors bring life to this scene as we witness an important moment captured forever within these pages. Saints Philip and James grace another page from an antiphonal vellum dating back to approximately 1400. Their presence is felt through a large historiated initial that invites contemplation and reverence. Continuing our journey through this hymnal's rich tapestry leads us to Saints Peter and Paul depicted in another large historiated initial from around 1400. These holy figures inspire awe as they emerge from intricately designed initials on velvety parchment.