Miniatures Collection

Persian Manuscript, 1650. Court of a Safavid dynasty prince. Persian art. Safavid period. Miniature Painting. EGYPT. CAIRO. Cairo. Museum of Islamic Arts

London and the Thames (15th c. ). Gothic art
London and the Thames (15th c.). Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Portolan chart, 1591. Map of the Pacific Ocean. It depicts the western coast of Central and South America, from Mexico to the Strait of Magellan. Renaissance art. Miniature Painting

Fra Mauro ( -1460). Fra Mauro map. 1459. Detail of Southeast Asia with the island of Borneo. The map is oriented with south at top. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Venice

Luttrell Psalter. 14th c. Blocked cart pulled by horses and helped by men. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. UNITED KINGDOM. London. The British Museum

Shahnameh. The Book of Kings. 16th c. Faridun

Portolan chart, 1582. Map of the central part of the Mediterranean sea. Printed in Messina. Renaissance art. Miniature Painting

Trade Statutes. Fabric market and tailor s. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Bologna. Civic Medieval Museum

The Caverio Map or Caveri Map, circa 1505. This map was one of the primary sources used to make the Waldseem� map. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Nautical chart entitled King Hamy. 1502. Parchment
" Nautical chart entitled " King Hamy". 1502. Parchment. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. Barcelona. Barcelona Maritime Museum."

Trocortesian or Madrid Codex. s. XIV. Detail
Trocortesian or Madrid Codex. s.XIV. Detail

Codex Capodilista, 1442. Falconer
CAPODILISTA, Giovanni Francesco (15th c. - 15th c.). Capodilista Codex. 1434. Carlotus Capodilista de Transelgardi, nobleman of the lineage Capodilista, dressed in a falconers costume

Music cover, Forest Fantasies, nine miniatures for piano by Walter Carroll. 1916

Portolan Atlas, 1587. Map of the Iberian Peninsula, the north coastline of Africa and the Vasque Countrys region in France. Made in Messina. Facsimile. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. Madrid

Cigogna manuscript (1671), Merchants in a bazaar

Marriage capitula. tions of Henry VIII and Catherine
Marriage capitula.tions of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, 1509. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. SPAIN. Simancas. General Archives of Simancas

Building a fortress (14th c. ). Gothic art. Miniature
Building a fortress (14th c.). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Saint Dominic / Miniatures
SAINT DOMINIC preacher, founder of the order named after him, a relentless opponent of heresy, especially that of the Albigensians

Gothic art: portrait of Sancho I Ramirez (Sancho Ramirez of Aragon) (ca. 1042-1094), king of Aragon and Navarra
AIS5386204 Gothic art: portrait of Sancho I Ramirez (Sancho Ramirez of Aragon) (ca. 1042-1094), king of Aragon and Navarra.; (add.info)

Purgatory: Dante and Virgil at the entrance of Hell. Miniature from "The Divine Comedie" (Divina commedia)
AIS5386203 Purgatory: Dante and Virgil at the entrance of Hell. Miniature from "The Divine Comedie" (Divina commedia) by the Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)

Brennos (ou Brennus, 4e siecle avant JC), chef des gaulois sennons, jette son epee sur la balance
AIS5391506 Brennos (ou Brennus, 4e siecle avant JC), chef des gaulois sennons, jette son epee sur la balance, qui pese la rancon d'or demandee aux romains

King and courtiers, battle scene, 13th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912591 King and courtiers, battle scene, 13th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Costumes of the 13th century)

The triumph of Caius Iulius Cesar (miniature)
AIS5391488 The triumph of Caius Iulius Cesar (miniature); Biblioteca Nazionale, Turin, Italy; (add.info.: Caius Iulius Cesar (101-44 BC), Roman general and statesman

Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro, 70-19 BC) urges Dante Alighieri (Durante degli Aliglieri 1265-1321)
AIS5385626 Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro, 70-19 BC) urges Dante Alighieri (Durante degli Aliglieri 1265-1321) to continue his way to Beatrice and Paradise (miniature)

Revelation: "The beast has seven head, ten horns crowned, the hand of God appears" (miniature)
AIS5391436 Revelation: "The beast has seven head, ten horns crowned, the hand of God appears" (miniature); Universidad de Valencia

The first crusade (1095-1099): the conquete of Jerusalem, fighting between croises
AIS5385518 The first crusade (1095-1099): the conquete of Jerusalem, fighting between croises and Saracens at the foot of the city walls (miniature); Biblioteca Nazionale Universitaria di Torino

Triumphal entry and coronation of the Byzantine Emperor Nicephore II Phocas (912-969) to Constantinople in 963
AIS5370579 Triumphal entry and coronation of the Byzantine Emperor Nicephore II Phocas (912-969) to Constantinople in 963

Scenes from the life of Christ, Stein Quadriptych, c1525-1530. Creator: Simon Bening
Scenes from the life of Christ, Stein Quadriptych, c1525-1530. One of four sets of miniatures made up of sixteen miniatures per panel, making sixty-four miniatures in total

Hedvig Eleonora, Queen of Sweden, family tree, 1704. Creator: Eric Utterhielm
Hedvig Eleonora, Queen of Sweden, family tree, 1704

Cantigas de Santa Maria Cantiga XXVIII, of Alfonso X the Wise (1221-1284)

Cantigas of Santa Maria Cantiga I, Alfonso X the Wise (1221-1284)

Close-up of Burmese puppet (AKA Yoke the or marionettes) hanging from strings, Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Close-up of round puppet, Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar

USA, Alabama, Cullman, Ave Maria Grotto, miniature international religious sites

Warrington Rugby Team, strategizing ahead of their first ever match at Wembley Stadium, the Rugby League Cup Final against Huddersfield due to be played on May 6th. Huddersfield won. Date: 1933

Miniature Film Sets
Danish art director and costume designer Max Ree (1889-1953) works out possible camera angles with the help of miniature film sets

Calendar Miniatures, June
Miniature painting, one of a series of Calendar Miniatures, for the month of June. Shows the process of shearing sheep and other works of agricultural life. Date: circa 1530 (originally)

Calendar Miniatures, March
The Month of March painting from Calendar Miniatures'. Features a settlement with lots of busy people outside, including a grave digger with onlooking grieving civilians

A collection of English, Dutch and oriental silver miniatures. Date: 1954

Orpheus death. Illustration from the French version of Ovid's Metamorphoses (15th-16th centuries). Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Shahnameh. The Book of Kings. 16th c. Depiction of a battle. Islamic art. Miniature Painting

Fair, Kirchweih in Upper Bavaria, c. 1876, Germany, The obligatory brawl, historical
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Fair, Kirchweihfest in Upper Bavaria, c. 1876, Germany, The bowling alley, historical
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A velocipede race in the Pre Catalan, Paris, France, Velocipede is a human-powered land vehicle with one or more
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The new bridge over the Rhine around 1890, between Mannheim and Ludwigshafen, Germany, Historic
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Collecting in a Silesian village church, Poland, Silesia, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th-century
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Workshop of a clockmaker in the Black Forest, Germany, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th-century model
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Palm Sunday in Vienna, Austria, selling consecrated palm branches in front of the church, 1898, Historic
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"Exploring the Intricate World of Miniatures: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of miniatures. These tiny masterpieces offer a window into various eras, cultures, and artistic techniques that have shaped our history. From Persian manuscripts to Gothic art, each miniature tells a captivating story. Travel to 1650 and enter the court of the Safavid dynasty through a Persian manuscript. The delicate brushstrokes bring to life scenes filled with opulent palaces and elegant figures, offering us a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage. Embark on an adventure across vast oceans with a Portolan chart from 1591. This intricate map of the Pacific Ocean showcases early navigational knowledge while showcasing beautiful craftsmanship. Journey through London's bustling streets during the 15th century as depicted in Gothic art. Marvel at the detailed depiction of iconic landmarks like the Thames River, capturing both its grandeur and everyday life. Delve into cartography with Fra Mauro's map from 1459. Every stroke meticulously placed, this masterpiece provides valuable insights into geographical knowledge during that era. Experience medieval life through Luttrell Psalter's blocked cart pulled by horses from the 14th century. This charming scene transports us to an age where daily tasks were intertwined with nature's beauty. Discover epic tales within Shahnameh - The Book of Kings - dating back to the 16th century. Its vibrant illustrations depict legendary heroes like Faridun, immortalizing their heroic deeds for generations to come. Marvel at exquisite calligraphy as you explore a Koran written in Arabic during the 14th century adorned with miniature paintings that breathe life onto every page. Witness Mohammad on Horseback galloping across Persian miniatures, capturing his strength and grace while symbolizing religious significance for many believers throughout history. Uncover trade secrets within Trade Statutes depicting fabric markets and tailors in Gothic art.