Illuminated Letter Collection

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

Portrait de Juan Fernendez de Heredia (1310-1396), historien, humaniste, homme politique d'Aragon
AIS5373309 Portrait de Juan Fernendez de Heredia (1310-1396), historien, humaniste, homme politique d'Aragon, grand-maitre de l'ordre de Jerusalem.Madrid. National Library

Page from a Pythagorean manuscript translated by the humanist Marsilio Ficino (Marsilio Ficino)
BEN5464413 Page from a Pythagorean manuscript translated by the humanist Marsilio Ficino (Marsilio Ficino) the Florentine (1433-1499), ms. plut. 21. 8, c. 85 v

Decorated lettering with Saint John the Baptist holding the lamb, 15th century (miniature)
AIS5391472 Decorated lettering with Saint John the Baptist holding the lamb, 15th century (miniature); Archivo de la Corona de Aragon, Barcelona

Portrait of Sanche I, King of Mallorca (Sancho I, 1277-1324, miniature in "Llibre de franqueses i privilegis del)
AIS5346172 Portrait of Sanche I, King of Mallorca (Sancho I, 1277-1324, miniature in "Llibre de franqueses i privilegis del Regne de Mallorca", Fol)

Figure of a knight forming the Lettrin "F" from the manuscript "De la virginidad de Maria"
AIS5368050 Figure of a knight forming the Lettrin "F" from the manuscript "De la virginidad de Maria", 1059 (miniature); Biblioteca del Monasterio de Santo Domingo de Silos

Representation of a Spanish king, page from "Book of Genealogy of the Spanish Kings" by Alfonso of Cartagena
AIS5384922 Representation of a Spanish king, page from "Book of Genealogy of the Spanish Kings" by Alfonso of Cartagena (1384-1456) 1463 (manuscript); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

"Deal of the incarnation against Nestorius" (De Incarnatione Domini contra Nestorium)
AIS5361697 "Deal of the incarnation against Nestorius" (De Incarnatione Domini contra Nestorium) (Nestorianism (of Patriarch Nestorius or Nestorios) by John Cassian (Joannes Cassianus)

" Comment must be held a pregnant woman " Miniature taken from a medical deal by Aldebrando da Firenze
AIS5368041 " Comment must be held a pregnant woman " Miniature taken from a medical deal by Aldebrando da Firenze. 1356 Folio 47r. Lisbon. Biblioteca National da Ajudah.; © Iberfoto.

By Oratore by Cicero, 1468 (print)
7415657 By Oratore by Cicero, 1468 (print); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Cicero (106-43 BC) From Oratore Printed by Ulrich Han Ulrich Han is probably part of the first circle of

A Goat and a Deer, in "Treatise on Medicine" by Aldebrando da Firenze, Folio 109
AIS5371311 A Goat and a Deer, in "Treatise on Medicine" by Aldebrando da Firenze, Folio 109, 1356 (illuminated manuscript); Biblioteca del Palacio Nacional de Ajuda, Lisbon

Letter with portrait of the Grand Master of the Order of Jerusalem, 1385 (illumination)
AIS5365793 Letter with portrait of the Grand Master of the Order of Jerusalem, 1385 (illumination); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

The Triumph of Fame, from "Triumphs, sonnets and songs" by Petrarch (Francesco Petrarca, 1304-1374)
AIS5351936 The Triumph of Fame, from "Triumphs, sonnets and songs" by Petrarch (Francesco Petrarca, 1304-1374); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; © Iberfoto.

De Potestate et Sapientia Dei, 1471 (vellum)
8832435 De Potestate et Sapientia Dei, 1471 (vellum) by Greek School; Private Collection; (add.info.: HERMES TRISMEGISTUS (ascribed to) Translation from the Greek by Marsilio Ficino (1433-1499)

Fantastic creatures, 12th century miniature
AIS5343333 Fantastic creatures, 12th century miniature; Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Illuminated lettering depicting fantastic creatures in front of men)

Letter with portrait of Juan Fernandez de Heredia (1310-1396) historian, humanist, politician of Aragon
AIS5351075 Letter with portrait of Juan Fernandez de Heredia (1310-1396) historian, humanist, politician of Aragon, grandmaster of the Order of Jerusalem, 1385 (miniature); Biblioteca Nacional

Bishop Writing the Greek Alphabet on the Floor of the Church, early 14th century (vellum)
FIT111706 Bishop Writing the Greek Alphabet on the Floor of the Church, early 14th century (vellum); 30x24.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Letter decorated with a rooster, 15th century (miniature)
AIS5386806 Letter decorated with a rooster, 15th century (miniature); General Archive of the Crown of Aragon, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info)

Euclid (325-265 BC), Greek mathematician, page from the "Elements" (printed monograph)
AIS5378658 Euclid (325-265 BC), Greek mathematician, page from the "Elements" (printed monograph); Biblioteca de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain; © Iberfoto.

Letter with portrait of Juan (Jean) Fernandez de Heredia, 1385 (illumination)
AIS5368727 Letter with portrait of Juan (Jean) Fernandez de Heredia, 1385 (illumination); National Library of Spain, Madrid

Letter 'O' with Portrait of Averroes (1126 - 1198) Arab philosopher and doctor. 14th century miniature
BEN5464109 Letter 'O' with Portrait of Averroes (1126 - 1198) Arab philosopher and doctor. 14th century miniature. Biblioteca Malatestiana. Cesena

Hulagu Khan at a party. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Creator: Anonymous
Hulagu Khan at a party. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Hulagu Khan and Courtiers. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Creator: Anonymous
Hulagu Khan and Courtiers. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Nizamuddin Awliya with three attendants. From a Khamsa (Quintet) by Amir Khusraw Dihlavi, c. 1450. Creator: Anonymous
Nizamuddin Awliya with three attendants. From a Khamsa (Quintet) by Amir Khusraw Dihlavi, c. 1450. Found in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum

Qaran slays Barman. (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi), ca 1523-1530. Creator: Anonymous
Qaran slays Barman. (Manuscript illumination from the epic Shahname by Ferdowsi), ca 1523-1530. Found in the collection of the The Sarikhani Collection

Love scene, 1693. Found in the collection of Musee d art et d histoire, Genf

Beginning of St Luke's Gospel, 1894 (print)
3786795 Beginning of St Luke's Gospel, 1894 (print); (add.info.: Beginning of St Luke's Gospel - from the Lindisfarne Gospel. 720 A.D. A Short History of the English People, Volume I)

Hunters Pursuing a Deer, c.1430-40 (tempera colours, gold paint, silver paint & gold leaf)
8678061 Hunters Pursuing a Deer, c.1430-40 (tempera colours, gold paint, silver paint & gold leaf) by French School, (15th century); J

Saint Mark, c.1410 ( tempera colours, gold leaf, gold paint & ink)
8677958 Saint Mark, c.1410 ( tempera colours, gold leaf, gold paint & ink) by Master of Egerton, (active 1405-20); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Initial "B" (eatus Vir) from a Choir Psalter, c. 1430-50 (ink, tempera and gold leaf on vellum)
XOS5884574 Initial "B" (eatus Vir) from a Choir Psalter, c. 1430-50 (ink, tempera and gold leaf on vellum) by Master of the Vitae Imperatorum (15th century)

Solomon from the Souvigny Bible, 1170-1199 (parchment)
901102 Solomon from the Souvigny Bible, 1170-1199 (parchment by French School, (12th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Moulins

Initial letters from a Celtic alphabet taken from illuminated ma, 1897 (Chromolithograph)
7233448 Initial letters from a Celtic alphabet taken from illuminated ma, 1897 (Chromolithograph) by Guillot, Ernest (19th century); (add.info)

Double page. Iran, Isfahan, Early 17th cen Creator: Iranian master
Double page. Iran, Isfahan, Early 17th Century. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Young man reading in a landscape, c. 1608-1610. Creator: Indian Art
Young man reading in a landscape, c. 1608-1610. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Toghrul III, the last king of the Seljuq Empire, ca 1306-1314. Creator: Anonymous
Toghrul III, the last king of the Seljuq Empire. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1306-1314. Found in the Collection of Harvard University, Cambridge

Harun al-Rashid and the inside a hammam (From a Manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami), c. 1495. Found in the collection of British Library

Layla and Majnun faint at Meeting (Manuscript illumination from the Layla and Majnun), Early 15th century. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Nativity of Christ (Manuscript illumination from the Matenadaran Gospel), 1314. Found in the Collection of Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts (Matenadaran), Yerevan

The Baptism of Christ. The Raising of Lazarus (Manuscript illumination from the Matenadaran Gospel), 14th century. Found in the Collection of Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts

A Sleeping Dervish, 1650. Found in the Collection of State Oriental Art Museum, Moscow

Battle between the Khwarezmian army and the Mongols. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal His)
Battle between the Khwarezmian army and the Mongols. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Moses receiving the tablets of law (Miniature from the Moutier-Grandval Bible), ca 830-ca 840. Artist: Anonymous
Moses receiving the tablets of law (Miniature from the Moutier-Grandval Bible), ca 830-ca 840. Found in the collection of British Library

Peter IV of Aragon called the Ceremonial or el del punyalet, 14th century (illumination)
CUL4853934 Peter IV of Aragon called the Ceremonial or el del punyalet, 14th century (illumination) by Spanish School, (14th century); (add.info)

Initial alphabet letter Q, 1500-40 (pen and red and purple ink, with stencil in red and blue ink on paper)
7308221 Initial alphabet letter Q, 1500-40 (pen and red and purple ink, with stencil in red and blue ink on paper) by German School, (16th century); hxw:letter4.3x5 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Songbook 1. Letter G adorned: Presentation of Jesus at the Temple (25 fol. )
7294925 Songbook 1. Letter G adorned: Presentation of Jesus at the Temple (25 fol.) by Master's Burgo Osma (1400-50); Cathedral Museum, Burgo de Osma

Songbook 5. Drop Cap: Nativity (fol. 139)
7294926 Songbook 5. Drop Cap: Nativity (fol. 139) by Master's Burgo Osma (1400-50); Cathedral Museum, Burgo de Osma, Spain; (add.info.: Master's Burgo Osma (1400 - 1450) Songbook 5

Decorative initial letters and borders from a 13th century illum, 1897 (Chromolithograph)
7233435 Decorative initial letters and borders from a 13th century illum, 1897 (Chromolithograph) by Guillot, Ernest (19th century); (add.info)

Alphabet of initial letters in foliage from a French manuscript, 1897 (Chromolithograph)
7233457 Alphabet of initial letters in foliage from a French manuscript, 1897 (Chromolithograph) by Guillot, Ernest (19th century); (add.info)

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"Captivating Tales Unveiled: The Enchanting World of Illuminated Letters" Step into a realm where artistry and storytelling intertwine, as we delve into the mesmerizing world of illuminated letters. From love scenes in 1693 to ancient manuscripts from the 14th century, these intricate works have captivated audiences for centuries. In the 14th century, Peter IV of Aragon commissioned an illumination known as el del punyalet or the Ceremonial. This masterpiece depicted a love scene that exuded passion and romance, showcasing the artistic prowess of its creator. Traveling eastward to Iran in the early 17th century, we encounter an Iranian master's double-page illumination from Isfahan. Its vibrant colors and meticulous details transport us to a bygone era filled with opulence and grandeur. Venturing further east, we discover an Indian artwork depicting a young man engrossed in reading amidst a breathtaking landscape. Created between 1608-1610, this piece showcases not only artistic finesse but also highlights the importance of knowledge and contemplation during that time. Turning our attention back westwards towards Anatolia, we come across Toghrul III -the last king of Seljuq Empire- immortalized through anonymous hands around ca 1306-1314. This illuminating portrait offers glimpses into both his power and vulnerability as he navigated turbulent times. The Nativity of Christ takes center stage in another remarkable manuscript illumination dating back to 1314. With delicate brushstrokes and vivid colors, this depiction brings forth profound spiritual significance while captivating viewers with its divine beauty. Moving forward to Europe during the Renaissance period, we encounter an exquisite initial alphabet letter "Q" created around 1500-1540 using red and purple ink on paper alongside stencils. This ornate letter serves as a testament to skilled craftsmanship during this transformative era. Within the pages of ancient songbooks, we find further glimpses into illuminated letters.