Illuminated Manuscript Collection

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. Artist: Limbourg brothers (active 1385-1416)
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 the Annunciation from a Book of Hours, ca. 1485-90. Creator: Jean Bourdichon
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

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

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

Henry I, Count of Anhalt (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Artist: Anonymous
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

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

Construction of the Temple at Jerusalem by King Solomon, 15th century. Solomon directs proceedings from a balcony. From Les antiquities Judaiques (Antiquities of the Jews)

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). Manuscript illustration showing Gods creations: valleys and mountains

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

Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Artist: Limbourg brothers (active 1385-1416)
Garden of Eden (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry). Found in the collection of Musee Conde, Chantilly

May, 1412-1416. Artist: Paul Limbourg
May, 1412-1416. Lords and ladies, mounted, progressing along a road by woods, preceded by trumpeters. They are taking part in a procession to celebrate the joli mois de mai

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

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

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)

Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum)
3086776 Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c.1150 (vellum) by English School, (12th century); Trinity College, Cambridge

Ms. 46-1980 Free Warren Charter, grant of game rights by Edward I to Roger de Pilkington
FIT412185 Ms.46-1980 Free Warren Charter, grant of game rights by Edward I to Roger de Pilkington, c.1291 (vellum) by English School, (13th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Otto IV, Margrave of Brandenburg and his wife, Hedwig of Holstein (colour litho)
3101038 Otto IV, Margrave of Brandenburg and his wife, Hedwig of Holstein (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Otto IV)

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

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

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

September - the Chateau de Saumur, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
September - the Chateau de Saumur, 15th century, (1939). Septembre - the Chateau de Saumur. Grape harvest in the vineyards: people gather grapes in baskets, donkeys carry them in panniers

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

March - the Chateau de Lusignan, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
March - the Chateau de Lusignan, 15th century, (1939). Mars - Le Chateau De Lusignan. Agricultural activities: ploughing with oxen, pruning grape vines, a shepherd with sheep

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

June - the palace and the Sainte-Chapelle, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Hermann Limbourg
June - the palace and the Sainte-Chapelle, 15th century, (1939). Juin - Le Palais Et La Sainte-Chapelle. Barefoot peasants hay-making in the fields: men wield scythes as they cut the grass

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

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

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

The coronation of Baldwin II on 1118. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Artist: Anonymous
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

Christ appearing to David and a group of Camaldolese monks, 1390-1410. Artist: Andrea di Bartolo (bef. 1389-1428)
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

Ms. Lat 209 fol. 11r The Professions, from De Sphaera (vellum)
XIR308310 Ms. Lat 209 fol.11r The Professions, from De Sphaera (vellum) by De Predis, Cristoforo (1440/45-86) (attributed to); Biblioteca Estense, Modena

Erotic scenes, Early 19th cen.. Private Collection

Calendar for September with figures of Micah and St. Matthew, quote from Timothy, disciple, woman with scales, birds
5912931 Calendar for September with figures of Micah and St. Matthew, quote from Timothy, disciple, woman with scales, birds, foliage and castles

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Title page with calligraphy and decorative design with foliage, birds., angel and mythical creature with lance
5912936 Title page with calligraphy and decorative design with foliage, birds., angel and mythical creature with lance and shield. From an illuminated Book of Hours of the Duke the Anjou., 1380

Calendar for March with figures of Elias and St. James the Greater, quote from Corinthians, disciples, lamb, castles
5912925 Calendar for March with figures of Elias and St. James the Greater, quote from Corinthians, disciples, lamb, castles, birds and foliage

French knights and ladies in front of a castle, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912609 French knights and ladies in front of a castle, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: French knights and ladies in front of a castle, 14th century)

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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.