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Illustration of St Luke, 11th century
Illustration of St Luke from four gospels in Latin, made at the monastery at Echternach (north of Trier), one of the last schools of Ottonian illustration. From the British Museums collection, 11th century
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Media ID 14857979
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11th Century British Museum Dagger Eleventh Century Gospel Halo Latin Looking Down Luxembourg Monastery Plume St Luke Barefoot Echternach Mike Dixon Ottonian
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Experience the rich history and artistic beauty of the past with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the Illustration of St Luke from Heritage Images. This exquisite 11th-century illustration, created at the renowned monastery at Echternach, showcases the last remnants of Ottonian illustration. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the intricate details and vibrant colors of this precious piece of art. Bring history into your home and add a touch of timeless elegance to any room with our Framed Prints of the Illustration of St Luke. A perfect addition to your personal art collection or an inspiring gift for history and art enthusiasts.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This 11th-century print from the British Museum's collection showcases an exquisite illustration of St Luke, created at the renowned monastery in Echternach, Luxembourg. This artwork is a testament to the exceptional skill and craftsmanship of the Ottonian illustrators who flourished during this era. The image depicts St Luke, one of the four Gospel writers in Christianity, seated with solemn grace. Clad in vibrant colors and barefoot as a symbol of humility, he gazes down intently upon his sacred work. A radiant halo encircles his head, signifying his saintly status and divine inspiration. Intriguingly, beside him lies a weapon - a dagger - suggesting that even within religious contexts there existed an awareness of warfare and its impact on society during this time period. This juxtaposition highlights both the spiritual devotion represented by St Luke and the harsh realities faced by people living in eleventh-century Europe. As we delve into this artifact's rich historical context, it becomes evident that it not only serves as a beautiful piece of art but also offers valuable insights into medieval religious practices and societal dynamics. The delicate plume strokes bring life to every detail while transporting us back to an age where faith intertwined with war-torn landscapes. Mike Dixon's meticulous documentation ensures that future generations can appreciate this remarkable illustration for years to come without any commercial implications attached.
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