Miniature Painting Collection

France, Magny-les-Hameaux, view of the Abbey of Port-Royal- des-Champs, gouache on parchment
France - 18th century - Abbey of Port-Royal des Champs, gouache on parchment

Costumes and sword of 13th century knights, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912589 Costumes and sword of 13th century knights, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Costumes and sword of 13th century knights)

BUEIL, John V of (1406-1477). CHARLES VII of France (1403-1461). King of France (1422-1461)
CUL4871178 BUEIL, John V of (1406-1477). CHARLES VII of France (1403-1461). King of France (1422-1461), Valois dynasty.; JOAN OF ARC, Saint (1412-1431)

Missal with scene of the Crucifixion. School of Avignon (1409). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN
CUL4868275 Missal with scene of the Crucifixion. School of Avignon (1409). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

John I - JOHN I of Portugal, called " of Happy Memory" (1357 - 1433)
CUL4868138 John I - JOHN I of Portugal, called " of Happy Memory" (1357 - 1433). King of Portugal and Algarve (1385-1433)

Alphonse III, known as the Boulonnais - AFONSO (Alfonso) III of Portugal, called " the Bolognian"
CUL4868020 Alphonse III, known as the Boulonnais - AFONSO (Alfonso) III of Portugal, called " the Bolognian" (1210 - 1279). King of Portugal and Algarve (1248-1279)

German costumes of the late 15th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912642 German costumes of the late 15th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: German costumes of the late 15th century)

Elevation of the Host - Elevation of the Sacred Host. Page on " Gospels of Paris to use of Charles
CUL4868252 Elevation of the Host - Elevation of the Sacred Host. Page on " Gospels of Paris to use of Charles, Duke of Angouleme." Early 16th century. English School

Denis I, called "The Farmer" (1261 - 1325). King of Portugal and Algarve (1261-1325)
CUL4868067 Denis I, called "The Farmer" (1261 - 1325). King of Portugal and Algarve (1261-1325). Detail in portraits of the kings of Portugal. Genealogia de los Reyes de Espana. 1463

Genealogy of the kings of Spain: Rodrigo (Ruy) Diaz de Vivar, known as the Cid; Ferdinand Gonzalez (910-970)
CUL4867933 Genealogy of the kings of Spain: Rodrigo (Ruy) Diaz de Vivar, known as the Cid; Ferdinand Gonzalez (910-970); Ferdinand I

Alfonso IV, known as the Brave - AFONSO (Alfonso) IV of Portugal, called " the Brave" (1291 - 1357)
CUL4868092 Alfonso IV, known as the Brave - AFONSO (Alfonso) IV of Portugal, called " the Brave" (1291 - 1357). King of Portugal and Algarve (1325-1357)

General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies
CUL4933844 General History of the Deeds of the Castilians on the Islands and Mainland of the Ocean Sea Known As the West Indies, 1610-15 (engraving); (add.info.: HERRERA, Antonio de (1559-1625)

German costumes of the late 15th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912644 German costumes of the late 15th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: German costumes of the late 15th century)

Edward I (Duarte I, Eduardo), known as the Eloquent - Edward of Portugal (1391-1438)
CUL4868156 Edward I (Duarte I, Eduardo), known as the Eloquent - Edward of Portugal (1391-1438). King of Portugal (1433-1438).; King of Portugal and Algarve (1367-1383)

Brother Ricoldo da Monte di Croce before the Nestorians - RICOLDO DA MONTE DI CROCE (1242-1320)
CUL4864235 Brother Ricoldo da Monte di Croce before the Nestorians - RICOLDO DA MONTE DI CROCE (1242-1320). Italian Dominican friar, great specialist in Islam

Ferdinand I, known as Le Beau - FERNANDO I of Portugal, called " the Handsome" (1345 - 1383)
CUL4868117 Ferdinand I, known as Le Beau - FERNANDO I of Portugal, called " the Handsome" (1345 - 1383). King of Portugal and Algarve (1367-1383)

French costumes of the late 15th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912648 French costumes of the late 15th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: French costumes of the late 15th century)

Map of the Temple of Jerusalem
CUL4852994 Map of the Temple of Jerusalem; (add.info.: Map of the Temple of Jerusalem - LYRE, Nicholas de (1270-1340). Theologian. Plan and description of the Temple of Jerusalem

The Chastete tree (miniature)
CUL4850430 The Chastete tree (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (14th century); (add.info.: The Chastete tree, which turns off the lust and whose rest in the leaves causes fantastic dreams - IBN BUTLAN)

The Mass of St. Gregoire I, called the Grand Book of Hours. 15th c. (18 x 13 cm). Gregory I The Great, Saint (540-604)
CUL4868362 The Mass of St. Gregoire I, called the Grand Book of Hours. 15th c. (18 x 13 cm). Gregory I The Great, Saint (540-604). Pope of the Catholic Church (590-604). Fol. 152v

Elevation of the Host - Elevation of the Sacred Host. Illustration on " Gospels of Paris to use of Charles
CUL4868216 Elevation of the Host - Elevation of the Sacred Host. Illustration on " Gospels of Paris to use of Charles, Duke of Angouleme." Early 16th century. English School

Book of Hours. 15th c. (18 x 13 cm). Epiphany scene. Work known as "Hours of the Queen of Sweden"
CUL4868350 Book of Hours. 15th c. (18 x 13 cm). Epiphany scene. Work known as "Hours of the Queen of Sweden". Illuminations of the school of Bruges

Sancho II of Portugal, known as the Pious - SANCHO II of Portugal, named " the Caped" (1207 - 1248)
CUL4867992 Sancho II of Portugal, known as the Pious - SANCHO II of Portugal, named " the Caped" (1207 - 1248). King of Portugal (1223-1248). Detail in portraits of the kings of Portugal

Miniature on grapes, fruit that reduces abdominal fat and thins - IBN BUTLAN, Abu-l Hasan al-Mujtar (c. 1001 - 1066)
CUL4938334 Miniature on grapes, fruit that reduces abdominal fat and thins - IBN BUTLAN, Abu-l Hasan al-Mujtar (c. 1001 - 1066). Nestorian Christian physician and philosopher of Baghdad. Folio 83r

Raimond Berenger I of Barcelona (1023-1076) and his wife Almodis (Adalmode) of the Marche (miniature)
CUL4853884 Raimond Berenger I of Barcelona (1023-1076) and his wife Almodis (Adalmode) of the Marche (miniature) by Unknown Artist

Epiphany - CISNEROS, Francisco Jimenez de (1436-1517). Spanish clergy and politician
CUL4868290 Epiphany - CISNEROS, Francisco Jimenez de (1436-1517). Spanish clergy and politician. Page with miniature depicting the Ephiphany. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN

The assault of a castle - Assault on a castle. Illustration on " Gran Conquista de Ultramar". 1291-95
CUL4867554 The assault of a castle - Assault on a castle. Illustration on " Gran Conquista de Ultramar". 1291-95

Cedar, a tree harmful to snakes (miniature)
CUL4850556 Cedar, a tree harmful to snakes (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (14th century); (add.info.: Cedar, a tree harmful to snakes - IBN BUTLAN, Abu-l Hasan al-Mujtar (c. 1001 - 1066)

Population joining a religious fraternity, 14th-16th century (miniature)
CUL4938643 Population joining a religious fraternity, 14th-16th century (miniature); (add.info.: Population joining a religious fraternity - Red Book of Montserrat. 14th c. - 16th c)

The Council of Toledo - Council of Toledo (6th-7th c.). Illustration of the work "Primacia de la iglesia
CUL4867912 The Council of Toledo - Council of Toledo (6th-7th c.). Illustration of the work "Primacia de la iglesia toledana" (Supremacy of the Church of Toledo) (13th c.). Romanesque art

The assault of a castle - Assault on a castle. Illustration on " Gran Conquista de Ultramar". 1291-95
CUL4867576 The assault of a castle - Assault on a castle. Illustration on " Gran Conquista de Ultramar". 1291-95

Peter I, said the Justice - Peter I " The Just" (1320-1367). King of Portugal and the Algarve (1357-1367)
CUL4867966 Peter I, said the Justice - Peter I " The Just" (1320-1367). King of Portugal and the Algarve (1357-1367). Detail in portraits of the kings of Portugal

The marjoram or oregano of the gardens (miniature)
CUL4850512 The marjoram or oregano of the gardens (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (14th century); (add.info.: The marjoram or oregano of the gardens - Illustration about marjoram)

Portrait of Frederik Willem van Limburg Stirum (1774-1850), 1810-1815. Creator: Pierre Joseph Gauthier
Portrait of Frederik Willem van Limburg Stirum (1774-1850), 1810-1815. Great-grandfather of A.C.A.J. Clifford, whose wife donated the miniature to the museum. Bust, in profile to the left

Portrait of a Woman, 1685. Creator: Peter Cross
Portrait of a Woman, 1685. Miniature

Portrait of a man, 1763-1813. Creator: Leonardus Temminck
Portrait of a man, 1763-1813. Miniature

Portrait of a Woman, 1799-1867. Creator: Jan Lodewijk Jonxis
Portrait of a Woman, 1799-1867. Wearing a large bonnet of mesh or tulle. Miniature

Self portrait, 1786-1810. Creator: Hermanus Fock
Self portrait, 1786-1810. Self-Portrait of the painter Hermanus Fock. Half-length, facing front, with top hat. In the background a painting on an easel

James II (1633-1701), later king of England, at a young age, 1645-1655. Creator: Louis du Guernier
James II (1633-1701), later king of England, at a young age, 1645-1655. Miniature

James II (1633-1701), later King of England, as a young man, 1656. Creator: Louis du Guernier
James II (1633-1701), later King of England, as a young man, 1656. Miniature

Carel Hendrik Ver Huell (1764-1845), Vice-Admiral of the Batavian fleet and Minister... (1804)
Carel Hendrik Ver Huell (1764-1845), Vice-Admiral of the Batavian fleet and Minister of the Navy of the Batavian Republic, decorated with the officer's cross of the Legion of Honour

INDO-PERSIAN MINIATURE PAINTING
IMAGINEERS STUDIO

INDO-PERSIAN PAINTING
IMAGINEERS STUDIO

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)

Lancelot in a battle - VERARD, Antoine (15th century). English publisher and bookseller. ; LANCELOT (6th c. )
CUL4871870 Lancelot in a battle - VERARD, Antoine (15th century). English publisher and bookseller.; LANCELOT (6th c.). Knight of King Arthur's court. Lancelot in a battle

Saint James fighting, 16th century (miniature)
CUL4868243 Saint James fighting, 16th century (miniature) by Raimundi, Vicente (16th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Antiphonary of Charles V. 1537)

Jean Wauquelin (died 1452) presents the translation of the chronicles of Hainaut to Philip III of Burgundy
CUL4927548 Jean Wauquelin (died 1452) presents the translation of the chronicles of Hainaut to Philip III of Burgundy, 15th century (miniature) by Weyden

The Assault on Belgrade of Sultan Mehmet II The Conqueror (1432-1481), from Hunernama (Mss Hazine)
TPG179239 The Assault on Belgrade of Sultan Mehmet II The Conqueror (1432-1481), from Hunernama (Mss Hazine. 1524), 1588 (ink and gold leaf on vellum) by Turkish School

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Miniature painting is an exquisite art form that has captivated artists and enthusiasts for centuries. Originating in France, specifically Magny-les-Hameaux, this delicate technique involves creating intricate masterpieces on a small scale. One such example is the mesmerizing view of the Abbey of Port-Royal-des-Champs, meticulously painted using gouache on parchment. The Indo-Persian miniature painting style also holds great significance in the world of art. It showcases the fusion of Indian and Persian artistic traditions, resulting in stunning works like Peter IV of Aragon's ceremonial illumination from the 14th century. This piece, known as el del punyalet or Ceremonial, transports viewers to a bygone era with its rich colors and attention to detail. Antoine Verard's depiction of Lancelot engaged in battle further exemplifies the beauty found within miniature paintings. As an English publisher and bookseller during the 15th century, Verard skillfully brought Gothic art to life through his illustrations for "Lancelot du Lac. " The intensity captured in this scene immerses us into Arthurian legend. Intriguing narratives continue to unfold through miniatures like Saint James fighting from the 16th century. This tiny masterpiece portrays a momentous clash between good and evil with remarkable precision and finesse. Jean Wauquelin's presentation of Hainaut chronicles to Philip III of Burgundy showcases not only historical events but also highlights how miniatures were used as visual aids during important exchanges. These intricately detailed artworks served as valuable tools for communication beyond written words. Another captivating example is The Assault on Belgrade by Sultan Mehmet II The Conqueror from Hunernama (Mss Hazine). Created in 1588 using ink and gold leaf on vellum, it depicts a significant military triumph with astonishing realism despite its diminutive size.