Illuminated Manuscript Collection

The Nativity with the Adoration of the Shepherds and Magi; Leaf from a Gospel Book; Leaf from Ms. Ludwig II 7, 1615. Additional Info: This illuminated leaf shows a painting of the Nativity of Christ

The Lindisfarne Gospels, 715-721. Eadfrith, (Bishop of Lindisfarne) (?-721). Found in the collection of the British Museum, London

Lindisfarne Gospels page
Beginning of the Book of Luke, Lindisfarne Gospels, 1100s. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

May (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Found in the collection of the Musee Conde, Chantilly

February (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Creator: Limbourg brothers
February (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Found in the Collection of Muse e Conde, Chantilly

Tower of London in the late Middle Ages
London during the time of Henry VII (1457-1509). Color lithograph reproduction of an illuminated manuscript: Roy 16F, ii

Manuscript Leaf with Opening of The Book of Nehemias, from a Bible, French, ca. 1280-1300. Artaxerxes kneels before the king receiving permission to make a journey

Manuscript Leaf with the Annunciation from a Book of Hours, ca. 1485-90

August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Aout - Le Chateau D Etampes. Nobles ride out on a falconry expedition: the man on the right is a beater with long stick to flush out the game

CHAUCER: CANTERBURY TALES. The Wife of Bath. A page from a facsimile of the Ellesmere manuscript of Geoffrey Chaucers Canterbury Tales, c1410

The Stoning of Saint Stephen; Prayer Book of Charles the Bold, 1469

(From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Artist: Anonymous
(From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

Heinrich von Veldeke (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Artist: Anonymous
Heinrich von Veldeke (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

Count Friedrich II von Leiningen (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

Henry I, Count of Anhalt (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

Count Kraft III of Toggenburg (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

Illustration to the epic poem The Knight in the Panthers Skin by Shota Rustaveli, 18th century. Found in the collection of the Georgian National Center of Manuscripts, Tbilisi

Construction of the Temple at Jerusalem by King Solomon, 15th century. Solomon directs proceedings from a balcony

Moses leading the Children of Israel through the Red Sea, 15th century.Moses leading the Children of Israel through the Red Sea, 15th century. Illustration from a German Bible

The Hippocratic Oath (Byzantine manuscript), 12th century. Artist: Byzantine Master
The Hippocratic Oath (Byzantine manuscript), 12th century. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana

Illustration and part of the text of Psalm 103, c1000-1050, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Illustration and part of the text of Psalm 103, c1000-1050, (1947). Literal Illustration of the Text of Psalm CIII (CIV)

October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Octobre - Le Louvre. Peasants sowing seed in a ploughed field: the man on the right is broadcasting by hand, as magpies eat the fallen grain

September - the Chateau de Saumur, 15th century, (1939). Septembre - the Chateau de Saumur

March - the Chateau de Lusignan, 15th century, (1939). Mars - Le Chateau De Lusignan

November - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Colombe
November - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). Novembre - La Glandee. Swineherd with mastiff grazing his pigs among the oak trees, using a stick to knock down the acorns

The Battle of Caen in 1346 (Miniature from the Grandes Chroniques de France by Jean Froissart), ca 1475. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Found in the collection of Musee Conde, Chantilly

The coronation of Baldwin II on 1118. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque de Geneve

May, 1412-1416. Artist: Paul Limbourg
May, 1412-1416. Lords and ladies, mounted, progressing along a road by woods, preceded by trumpeters

Manuscript Leaf from a Book of Hours... Illuminated Initial D and Christ Bearing the Cross
Manuscript Leaf from a Book of Hours Showing an Illuminated Initial D and Christ Bearing the Cross, 1390-1400

April, 1412-1416. Artist: Paul Limbourg
April, 1412-1416. Planetary figure of the Sun in his chariot, and zodiac figures of Aries (Ram) and Taurus (Bull) at the top

Feast from Book of Esther, 1430 artwork
Feast from Book of Esther. Illuminated manuscript miniature from the 15th-century Alba Bible, depicting the feast given by Queen Vashti and King Ahasuerus of Persia (The Book of Esther)

Manuscript Leaf with the Annunciation from a Book of Hours, French, ca. 1485-90

Nasta liq Calligraphy, First Half of 16th cen Creator: Mir Ali Haravi (Heravi)
Nasta liq Calligraphy, First Half of 16th Century. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

December - the Chateau de Vincennes, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Paul Limbourg
December - the Chateau de Vincennes, 15th century, (1939). Decembre - Le Chateau De Vincennes. Hunting scene in a forest: dogs tear apart a wild boar. The man on the right sounds a horn

July - the Chateau at Poitiers, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Paul Limbourg
July - the Chateau at Poitiers, 15th century, (1939). Juillet - Le Chateau De Poitiers. Farm workers harvesting wheat with scythes and shearing sheep

May - the town of Riom, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
May - the town of Riom, 15th century, (1939). Mai - La Ville De Riom. Cavalcade on the first of May, with trumpeters and riders, the women dressed in green

April - the Chateau de Dourdan, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
April - the Chateau de Dourdan, 15th century, (1939). Avril - Le Chateau De Dourdan. Engagement scene with a couple exchanging rings in front of witnesses

June - the palace and the Sainte-Chapelle, 15th century, (1939). Juin - Le Palais Et La Sainte-Chapelle

March (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Creator: Limbourg brothers
March (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Found in the Collection of Muse e Conde, Chantilly

Francois Leclerc du Tremblay (1577-1638), 1704
Franc ois Leclerc du Tremblay (1577-1638), 1704. Found in the Collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Reaping and binding sheaves (From the Luttrell Psalter), ca 1330. Artist: Anonymous
Reaping and binding sheaves (From the Luttrell Psalter), ca 1330. Found in the collection of British Library

Christ appearing to David and a group of Camaldolese monks, 1390-1410. Found in the collection of the Free Library of Philadelphia

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

The Crossing of the Red Sea; The Egyptians Engulfed; Weltchronik, about 1400-1410.

Medieval World Map

Prester John
UIG3733832 Prester John.; (add.info.: Illuminated manuscript depicting Prester John. Prester John is a legendary Christian patriarch and King popular in European chronicles and tradition)

Decorated Border with a Bird and Strawberries; Boethius, Consolation de philosophie, about 1460-1470

Decorated Border with Grapes; Boethius, Consolation de philosophie, about 1460-1470

Hours of Simon de Varie, 1455. Creator: Jean Fouquet
Hours of Simon de Varie, 1455

Arenberg Hours, early 1460s. Creator: Willem Vrelant
Arenberg Hours, early 1460s

Chess Problem, late 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Chess Problem, late 14th century. Additional Info:Book of Chess Problems

The Fall of the Rebel Angels; Livre de Bonnes Meurs, about 1430. Creator: Unknown
The Fall of the Rebel Angels; Livre de Bonnes Meurs, about 1430

Prayer Book of Charles the Bold, 1469, about 1471 and about 1480-1490

Initial F: Saint Michael and the Dragon; Cistercian antiphonal, about 1260-1270

Book of Hours, about 1415-1420. Creators: Boucicaut Master, Master of the Rohan Hours
Book of Hours, about 1415-1420

Book of Hours, about 1480-1490. Creators: Georges Trubert, Jean Bourdichon
Book of Hours, about 1480-1490

Gospel Book, 1386. Creator: Unknown
Gospel Book, 1386. Additional Info: This Gospel book was written in 1386 by Armenian monk and scribe Petros, who identifies himself in an inscription at the end of the manuscript

Young Men and Women Outdoors; Historia de duobus amantibus, about 1460-1470

Initial C: The Nativity; Prayer Book, about 1470-1480. Creator: Workshop of Valentine Noh
Initial C: The Nativity; Prayer Book, about 1470-1480

Initial C: The Virgin of the Immaculate Conception; Prayer Book, about 1470-1480

Initial S: David in Prayer; Psalter, after 1205. Creator: Master of Ingeborg Psalter
Initial S: David in Prayer; Psalter, after 1205

Initial I: The Virgin and Child with the Gentleman from Cologne; Gradual, about 1500-1510

Decorated Initial D; Psalter; Ornamented Initial D, about 1390. Creator: Unknown
Decorated Initial D; Psalter; Ornamented Initial D, about 1390

Initial K: Caritas; Gradual, about 1430-1440. Creator: Master of the Cypresses
Initial K: Caritas; Gradual, about 1430-1440

Initial S: David in the Water; Psalter, about 1390. Creator: Unknown
Initial S: David in the Water; Psalter, about 1390

Initial R: The Man of Sorrows; Prayer Book, about 1470-1480

Initial C: Clerics Singing from a Choir Book; Psalter, about 1390. Creator: Unknown
Initial C: Clerics Singing from a Choir Book; Psalter, about 1390

Initial M: The Adoration of the Magi; Prayer Book, about 1470-1480

Initial G: The Virgin, Saint Elizabeth, and the Infants John the Baptist and Christ; Gradual, about 1300

Historiated Initial from a Bible, about 1131-1165. Creator: Unknown
Historiated Initial from a Bible, about 1131-1165

Ruskin Hours, about 1300. Creator: Unknown
Ruskin Hours, about 1300. Additional Info: Made in northeastern France about 1300, this manuscript is a relatively early example of a book of hours

Gospel Book, early-late 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Gospel Book, early-late 13th century

Initial V: Micah; Bible, about 1131-1165. Creator: Unknown
Initial V: Micah; Bible, about 1131-1165

Gospel Book;Evangeliar, about 1120-1140. Creator: Unknown
Gospel Book;Evangeliar, about 1120-1140

Chess Problem, late 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Chess Problem, late 14th century. Additional Info:Book of Chess Problems

Initial M: The Presentation in the Temple; Prayer Book, about 1470-1480

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"Illuminated Manuscripts: A Glimpse into the Artistic Brilliance of the Middle Ages" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of illuminated manuscripts. These exquisite works of art, painstakingly crafted by skilled scribes and talented artists, offer a window into the rich cultural heritage of medieval Europe. One such masterpiece is the Book of Kells illustration of St. Matthew, a stunning example showcasing intricate details and vibrant colors that bring biblical stories to life. Similarly, The Lindisfarne Gospels from 715-721 mesmerize with their ornate designs and delicate illuminations, transporting us to a bygone era. The Limbourg brothers' Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry takes us on an enchanting journey through months captured in vivid illustrations. In February, we witness winter's icy grip thawing as nature awakens with renewed vigor. And come May, blooming flowers herald the arrival of spring in all its glory. Travel further back in time with a French Bible manuscript leaf dating back to ca. 1280-1300, where we find ourselves immersed in ancient scriptures brought to life through meticulous craftsmanship. Meanwhile, glimpses into everyday life can be found within Chaucer's Canterbury Tales facsimile or even portraits like Henry I Count of Anhalt from the Codex Manesse. But it's not just religious texts or literature that grace these pages; medical knowledge also finds its place among them. The Byzantine Master's 12th-century manuscript reveals an artistic rendering of The Hippocratic Oath – a testament to both healing arts and aesthetic beauty. For architecture enthusiasts, there are treasures like the Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter (c. 1150), which showcases detailed vellum drawings capturing every architectural nuance for posterity. And finally, let us not forget about those who held power during this era.