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Portrait of a Man. Creator: Domenico Ghirlandaio
Portrait of a Man

Manuscript Illumination with the Assumption of the Virgin in an Initial G, 1450-60
Manuscript Illumination with the Assumption of the Virgin in an Initial G, from a Gradual, 1450-60

Madonna and Child with Angels, 1420. Creator: Pietro di Domenico da Montepulciano
Madonna and Child with Angels, 1420

Saints Catherine of Alexandria, Barbara, Agatha, and Margaret, ca. 1470

Saint John the Evangelist with Acteus and Eugenius, ca. 1370. Creator: Francescuccio Ghissi
Saint John the Evangelist with Acteus and Eugenius, ca. 1370

Goddess of Chaste Love, 1468-75. Creator: Francesco di Giorgio Martini
Goddess of Chaste Love, 1468-75

Madonna and Child with the Donor, Pietro de Lardi, Presented by Saint Nicholas, ca. 1420-30

The Miraculous Communion of Saint Catherine of Siena. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo
The Miraculous Communion of Saint Catherine of Siena

Paradise, 1445. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo
Paradise, 1445

Saint John the Evangelist Raises Drusiana, ca. 1460. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo
Saint John the Evangelist Raises Drusiana, ca. 1460

The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, ca. 1435. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, ca. 1435

Saint Catherine of Siena Exchanging Her Heart with Christ. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo
Saint Catherine of Siena Exchanging Her Heart with Christ

Saint Catherine of Siena Beseeching Christ to Resuscitate Her Mother, ca. 1447-65

Saint Alexander, ca. 1425. Creator: Fra Angelico
Saint Alexander, ca. 1425

The Mystic Marriage of Saint Catherine of Siena. Creator: Giovanni di Paolo
The Mystic Marriage of Saint Catherine of Siena

Madonna and Child, ca. 1483-84. Creator: Filippino Lippi
Madonna and Child, ca. 1483-84

The Meditation on the Passion, ca. 1490. Creator: Vittore Carpaccio
The Meditation on the Passion, ca. 1490

The Adoration of the Magi, possibly ca. 1320. Creator: Giotto
The Adoration of the Magi, possibly ca. 1320

Saint Matthew, ca. 1330-1335. Creator: Ugolino da Siena
Saint Matthew, ca. 1330-1335

The Presentation in the Temple. Creator: Unknown
The Presentation in the Temple

Spanish Translation of Saint Augustines City of God, 1446-82. Creator: Cano de Aranda
Spanish Translation of Saint Augustines " City of God", 1446-82

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

The Presentation in the Temple, probably ca. 1430. Creator: Alvaro Pirez
The Presentation in the Temple, probably ca. 1430

The Flight into Egypt, 1470s. Creator: Cosme Tura
The Flight into Egypt, 1470s

Christ Bearing the Cross. Creator: Nicholas Tzafouris
Christ Bearing the Cross

The Man of Sorrows, ca. 1430. Creator: Michele Giambono
The Man of Sorrows, ca. 1430

Manuscript Illumination with the Virgin and Child in an Initial S... mid-15th century
Manuscript Illumination with the Virgin and Child in an Initial S, from an Antiphonary, mid-15th century

David, ca. 1408-10. Creator: Lorenzo Monaco
David, ca. 1408-10

The Last Judgment; The Virgin and Child with a Bishop-Saint and Saint Peter Martyr; The Crucifixion; The Glorification of Saint Thomas Aquinas; The Nativity, ca. 1325

Six Angels, ca. 1365. Creator: Jacopo di Cione
Six Angels, ca. 1365. (Detail)

Creator: William de Brailes (English, active c. 1230), circle or workshop of
13th century, active c. 1230, and gold on vellum, circle or workshop of, england, english, heritage art, ink, ink, tempera, and gold on vellum, manuscript, oxford, tempera

Leaf Excised from a Book of Hours: Angel with a Banderole within a Flourished Border (Prayer to the Holy Trinity), c. 1475

The Nativity, c. 1457. Creator: Jaume Ferrer (Spanish, 1460 / 70)
The Nativity, c. 1457. This painting is believed to be a remaining component of a six-panel altarpiece. The large central panel is now preserved in the Museu National d Art de Catalunya in Barcelona

Title Page of St. Gregorys Moralia : Job Visited by His Three Friends (above)
Title Page of St. Gregorys " Moralia" : Job Visited by His Three Friends (above) and Gregory the Great and His Deacon Peter (below), c. 1143-1178

Title Page of Abbot Bernos Tonarius: Initial D[omino], c. 1030. Creator: Unknown
Title Page of Abbot Bernos " Tonarius:" Initial D[omino], c.1030. This leaf originally served as the dedication page of the Tonarius, or Tonary

The Trinity: Leaf from a Gradual with Initial B, c. 1496-1502. Creator: Perugino (Italian
The Trinity: Leaf from a Gradual with Initial B, c. 1496-1502. The focus of this lavishly illuminated page is a large initial B containing a representation of the Holy Trinity

The Annunciation, c. 1457. Creator: Jaume Ferrer (Spanish, 1460 / 70)
The Annunciation, c. 1457. This is believed to be the one of two remaining components of a six-panel altarpiece. The large central panel is now preserved in Barcelona

Single Leaf Excised from an Antiphonary: Inital A[spiciens a longe] with Christ in Majesty, c. 1330-1350. This massive historiated initial A, among the largest painted by Renaissance illuminators

Single Leaf Excised from a Choir Psalter: Initial E[xultate Deo] with King David Playing…
Single Leaf Excised from a Choir Psalter: Initial E[xultate Deo] with King David Playing the Lute (Psalm 80), c. 1408. This leaf once formed part of a deluxe choir psalter produced for the Franciscan

Single Leaf Excised from a Gospel Book with Initial L[iber generationis]: St. Matthew (verso), c. 1190. The text introduced the gospel of Saint Matthew: Liber generationis

Single Leaf: Table of Consanguinity, c. 1200. Creator: Unknown
Single Leaf: Table of Consanguinity, c. 1200. Consanguinity diagrams were used to show the degree of kinship between an individual and his or her " blood" relations

Single Leaf from a Missal: The Crucifixion, c. 1480. Creator: Unknown
Single Leaf from a Missal: The Crucifixion, c. 1480. In addition to the Virgin and St. John, this image includes a kneeling bishop (probably the donor of the manuscript)

Single Miniature Excised from a Missal: The Crucifiction, c. 1385-1390. Creator: Unknown
Single Miniature Excised from a Missal: The Crucifiction, c. 1385-1390. This miniature of the Crucifixion once formed the introductory illustration to the Canon of the Mass in a liturgical missal

Single Leaf from an Antiphonary: Initial H[odie nobis] with The Nativity, 1471. Creator
Single Leaf from an Antiphonary: Initial H[odie nobis] with The Nativity, 1471. This initial h introduces the first matins response for Christmas Day

Single Leaf from a Missal: The Crucifixion, c. 1390. Creator: Nicolo da Bologna (Italian, c)
Single Leaf from a Missal: The Crucifixion, c. 1390. Symbolizing the Eucharist, this leaf depicts angels holding chalices to collect blood from Christs five wounds

Single Leaf from a Bible: Initial E[t factum est] with Jonah Swallowed by the Whale, c. 1290. This leaf and the bifolium (double-leaf) displayed to the right both come from the same manuscript

Single Leaf Excised from a Psalter: Initial D[ominus illuminatio mea] with Samuel…, c
Single Leaf Excised from a Psalter: Initial D[ominus illuminatio mea] with Samuel Anointing David, c. 1270-1290. This historiated initial serves as a visual lead to Psalm 26

Single Leaf Excised from a Gradual and Sacramentary: Initial A[d te lavavi], c. 1000-1010. A large initial A introduces the opening words from Psalm 25

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"Exploring the Richness of Tempera: From Evening Church to Salcombe, Devon" Discover the captivating world of tempera, a versatile and timeless medium that has been used by artists throughout history. In Samuel Palmer's "Evening Church, 1830, " we are transported to a serene scene where warm hues blend harmoniously with delicate brushstrokes. Embark on "The Road to the West" as you delve into Our Lady of Vladimir, an ancient icon dating back to the 12th century. This masterpiece was carefully moved through time, preserving its ethereal beauty for generations to come. In "The Mournes, " experience the breathtaking landscapes rendered in tempera. The meticulous strokes capture nature's grandeur while evoking a sense of tranquility and awe-inspiring beauty. Step into Fra Angelico's world with his iconic piece "The Annunciation. " With each stroke meticulously applied using tempera, this masterpiece transports us back in time and immerses us in divine serenity. Peter Bruegel the Elder's "Triumph of Death" showcases his mastery over tempera on panel. The intricate details bring this haunting composition to life, leaving viewers captivated by its macabre allure. Travel back centuries with a French manuscript leaf from ca. 1280-1300 depicting The Book of Nehemias. Each vibrant pigment tells a story as it adorns delicate parchment pages with exquisite precision. Paolo Uccello's epic battle scene in "The Battle of San Romano" mesmerizes viewers through his skillful use of tempera. Every stroke conveys movement and intensity, capturing the essence of war like never before. Antonio Canova immortalized grace and beauty in his work "The Graces and Venus. " Through masterful application paint, he brings these mythological figures to life with remarkable realism. Fra Angelico once again enchants us with his "Annunciation Altarpiece.