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Double Page Collection (#3)

"Exploring the Richness of Double Page Art: From Ancient Epics to Exquisite Illustrations" Double page art has long captivated our imagination

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Book of poetry, 1776-77 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper)

Book of poetry, 1776-77 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5932688 Book of poetry, 1776-77 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Ottoman School, (18th century); 33.2 x 21.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Freer Gallery of Art

Background imageDouble Page Collection: MS 300 f202v-203r, Suffrage to St Denis and Suffrage to St Eustace

MS 300 f202v-203r, Suffrage to St Denis and Suffrage to St Eustace
5911909 MS 300 f202v-203r, Suffrage to St Denis and Suffrage to St Eustace, from the Psalter and Hours of Isabella of France, Paris, c.1265-70 (pen & ink and tempera on parchment) by French School

Background imageDouble Page Collection: The City of S-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, 1588 (double-page, hand-coloured engraving)

The City of S-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, 1588 (double-page, hand-coloured engraving)
986453 The City of S-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, 1588 (double-page, hand-coloured engraving) by Unknown Artist, (16th century); 34x22.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraving)

Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraving)
986260 Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c.1658 (hand-coloured engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); 56x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Double page watercolour plan of Belfast, c. 1795 (&1785-1793) (watercolour)

Double page watercolour plan of Belfast, c. 1795 (&1785-1793) (watercolour)
986013 Double page watercolour plan of Belfast, c.1795 (&1785-1793) (watercolour) by Williamson, James (fl.1886-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: Double page watercolour plan of Belfast)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: North and South Poles, 1593 (hand-coloured engraving)

North and South Poles, 1593 (hand-coloured engraving)
985892 North and South Poles, 1593 (hand-coloured engraving) by Jode, Gerard de (1509-91); 41.7x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: North and South Poles)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: A view of Portsmouth, in New Hampshire, taken from the East Shore

A view of Portsmouth, in New Hampshire, taken from the East Shore
985890 A view of Portsmouth, in New Hampshire, taken from the East Shore, 1774-1779 (hand-coloured etching) by English School

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Map of Germany, c. 1644-1645 (hand-coloured engraving)

Map of Germany, c. 1644-1645 (hand-coloured engraving)
985772 Map of Germany, c.1644-1645 (hand-coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638) and Joan (1596-1673) (after); 50.6x33.4 (folio size) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Germany)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Gudarz slays Piran on the mountain from a Shahnama (Book of kings), c

Gudarz slays Piran on the mountain from a Shahnama (Book of kings), c
5932712 Gudarz slays Piran on the mountain from a Shahnama (Book of kings), c.1590-1600 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Persian School

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Frontispiece from a Khamsa (Quintet), 1575-1600 (ink, opaque watercolor

Frontispiece from a Khamsa (Quintet), 1575-1600 (ink, opaque watercolor
5932549 Frontispiece from a Khamsa (Quintet), 1575-1600 (ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 30.2 x 18.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Background imageDouble Page Collection: A double-page map of the Atlantic Ocean, showing the east coast of North

A double-page map of the Atlantic Ocean, showing the east coast of North
985950 A double-page map of the Atlantic Ocean, showing the east coast of North and South America, 1544 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by Agnese

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Illustrations from Mountains of the Heart (Bosai sensei gafu) Kyochuzan

Illustrations from Mountains of the Heart (Bosai sensei gafu) Kyochuzan
3618617 Illustrations from Mountains of the Heart (Bosai sensei gafu) Kyochuzan, 1816 (colour woodblock print) by Bosai, Kameda (1752-1826); each folio 25.5x18.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: MS 92 f. 132v-133r, Office of the Dead, Matins, The Three Living and the Three Dead

MS 92 f. 132v-133r, Office of the Dead, Matins, The Three Living and the Three Dead
5913399 MS 92 f.132v-133r, Office of the Dead, Matins, The Three Living and the Three Dead, from a Book of Hours, western France, use of Rome

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Map of Loudunois in 1627, 1631 (hand-coloured engraving)

Map of Loudunois in 1627, 1631 (hand-coloured engraving)
1195405 Map of Loudunois in 1627, 1631 (hand-coloured engraving) by European School, (17th century); 42x28 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; out of copyright

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Two views of the Pantheon, 1570 (woodcut)

Two views of the Pantheon, 1570 (woodcut)
1195476 Two views of the Pantheon, 1570 (woodcut) by Palladio, Andrea (1508-80) (after); 29.3x19.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Notebook (ink on paper)

Notebook (ink on paper)
GIA1199670 Notebook (ink on paper) by Schiaparelli, Giovanni (1835-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli (14 March 1835 - 4 July 1910)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Double page spread with a portrait of Dickens, and a dedication by Dickens to William

Double page spread with a portrait of Dickens, and a dedication by Dickens to William
985760 Double page spread with a portrait of Dickens, and a dedication by Dickens to William Harrison Ainsworth, 1839 (book) by English School

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Sketchbook (woodblock print)

Sketchbook (woodblock print)
1216808 Sketchbook (woodblock print) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); 23.5x16.3 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Bequest of Louis W

Background imageDouble Page Collection: A Map of the World, 1511 (woodcut, red and black ink)

A Map of the World, 1511 (woodcut, red and black ink)
985939 A Map of the World, 1511 (woodcut, red and black ink) by Italian School, (16th century); 42.5x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Map of the World)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Double-page map of Northern Europe, 1575 (colour engraving)

Double-page map of Northern Europe, 1575 (colour engraving)
985737 Double-page map of Northern Europe, 1575 (colour engraving) by Ortelius, Abraham (1527-98) (after); 42.4x29.5 (folio size) cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Ancyre Temple de Rome et d Auguste testament politique

Ancyre Temple de Rome et d Auguste testament politique
Ancyre Temple de Rome et d Auguste: testament politique de l empereur Auguste, Galatie, Ancyre: Temple de Rome et d Auguste: testament politique de l empereur Auguste

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Open atlas, showing road map across double page

Open atlas, showing road map across double page

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Bronx, V. 3, Double Page Plate No. 26 [Map bounded by West Farms Rd. Castle Hill Ave

Bronx, V. 3, Double Page Plate No. 26 [Map bounded by West Farms Rd. Castle Hill Ave. McGraw Ave. Beach Ave.]

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Manhattan, V. 6, Double Page Plate No. 5 [Map bounded by W. 106th St. 10th Ave. W

Manhattan, V. 6, Double Page Plate No. 5 [Map bounded by W. 106th St. 10th Ave. W. 102nd St. Riverside Ave.]

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Manhattan, V. 7, Double Page Plate No. 29 [Map bounded by E. 134th St. Harlem River, E

Manhattan, V. 7, Double Page Plate No. 29 [Map bounded by E. 134th St. Harlem River, E. 130th St. Madison Ave.]

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Manhattan, V. 4, Double Page Plate No. 13 [Map bounded by E. Houston St. Attorney St

Manhattan, V. 4, Double Page Plate No. 13 [Map bounded by E. Houston St. Attorney St. Grand St. Bowery]

Background imageDouble Page Collection: Manhattan, Double Page Plate No. 25 [Map bounded by W. 75th St. Central Park W. W

Manhattan, Double Page Plate No. 25 [Map bounded by W. 75th St. Central Park W. W. 64th St. Hudson River]




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"Exploring the Richness of Double Page Art: From Ancient Epics to Exquisite Illustrations" Double page art has long captivated our imagination, showcasing a diverse range of subjects and styles. In Rustam's epic struggle against Bahman in the Shahnama, we witness the intensity as he kicks back the rock that threatened to crush him. This ancient tale comes alive through intricate brushstrokes and vibrant colors. Moving on to a different realm, a hand-colored engraving from 1667 takes us on a journey across Virginia and Florida. The map reveals not only geographical details but also offers glimpses into historical narratives that shaped these lands. Delving deeper into history, we encounter an exquisite pen and ink illustration from Isabella of France's Psalter and Hours. Suffrage to St John and Suffrage to the Holy Innocents transport us back to Paris in the late 13th century, where delicate tempera strokes bring sacred scenes to life on parchment. Shifting gears yet again, we enter the world of Japanese courtesans through Kitao Masanobu's captivating artwork. Utagawa and Nanasato grace us with their beauty in this double-page illustration from "Comparing New Beau. . 1784. " Their elegance is captured flawlessly, leaving us mesmerized by their allure. The Hunterian Psalter presents another stunning example art with its depiction of Pentecost and Christ in Glory. Created around 1170 using pen & ink and tempera on vellum, this masterpiece showcases meticulous craftsmanship that transports viewers into divine realms. Turning our attention towards literature-inspired illustrations, "Picture Book of Spring Brocades" enchants readers with its colorful pages filled with blossoming landscapes. Vol. 1 entices us while Vol. 2 unveils a breathtaking double-page illustration that immerses us further into nature's wonders. Intriguingly flipping over one such page, we encounter four men of different ages on the verso.