Enluminure Collection

Back of a card from the Tarot deck of the Visconti family. Miniature from the 15th century, Italy
BEN5469652 Back of a card from the Tarot deck of the Visconti family. Miniature from the 15th century, Italy. Pinacoteca di Brera is in Milan.; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Back of a card from the Tarot deck of the Visconti family. Miniature from the 15th century, Italy
BEN5469651 Back of a card from the Tarot deck of the Visconti family. Miniature from the 15th century, Italy. Pinacoteca di Brera is in Milan.; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Portrait of Euclid (3rd century BC). Greek mathematician, detail of a page of a manuscript representing the allegories
BEN5464424 Portrait of Euclid (3rd century BC). Greek mathematician, detail of a page of a manuscript representing the allegories of Arithmetic and geometry

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

Miniature representing Pope Gregory IX, born Ugolino di Conti (1145-1241)
BEN5472507 Miniature representing Pope Gregory IX, born Ugolino di Conti (1145-1241). Manuscript page Gregorius PP IX Decretalium libri Quinque, Cum Glosis, Book III

Biblia Latina (Gutenberg Bible), 1455 (handwritten)
7415645 Biblia Latina (Gutenberg Bible), 1455 (handwritten); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Biblia Latina (Gutenberg Bible)

Miniature representant la presentation de Jesus au Temple. Manuscrit grec du 9eme siecle
GIA5036631 Miniature representant la presentation de Jesus au Temple. Manuscrit grec du 9eme siecle.; (add.info.: Miniature representant la presentation de Jesus au Temple)

Pliny The Elder (23-79) - Portrait de Pline l'Ancien (23 - 79), naturaliste romain
GIA5036518 Pliny The Elder (23-79) - Portrait de Pline l'Ancien (23 - 79), naturaliste romain, d'apres une miniature d'un manuscrit de 1497

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). English heroine during the Hundred Years War

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)

An eveque gives the scholarship of luck to the nuns of the Tuscan order of "Zitelle"
VEN5028167 An eveque gives the scholarship of luck to the nuns of the Tuscan order of "Zitelle" (literally old poor girls) in the Church of Santa Maria della Steccata

Xenophon's Cyropedia (Senofonte). Copy dedicated to Ercole d'Este (Hercules II d'Este). Dedicate scene
VEN5027485 Xenophon's Cyropedia (Senofonte). Copy dedicated to Ercole d'Este (Hercules II d'Este). Dedicate scene. Latin translation by Matteo Maria Boiardo (1440-1494)

The foundation of the city of Rome: the workers build the walls. Miniature from the manuscript Alfa D.3.9.C by Tite
VEN5028131 The foundation of the city of Rome: the workers build the walls. Miniature from the manuscript Alfa D.3.9.C by Tite Live (59 BC - 17 AD) JC) on the History of Rome, Biblioteca Estense

Representation of the Prophhete Noe cutting wood for the construction of the Ark
VEN5028072 Representation of the Prophhete Noe cutting wood for the construction of the Ark, two plans of the internal organization of the Ark, surround it

Sulphur ore mining: a man with a shovel digs the soil of a sulfur. Detail of a page of the manuscript " Treat
VEN5028042 Sulphur ore mining: a man with a shovel digs the soil of a sulfur. Detail of a page of the manuscript " Treat on herbs" (Tractatus de herbis) by Pedanius Dioscorides (Dioscorides)

A page of the Latin manuscript " De Excellentium Virorum Princibus" by Italian poet Antonio Cornazzano
VEN5027476 A page of the Latin manuscript " De Excellentium Virorum Princibus" by Italian poet Antonio Cornazzano (1429-1484). Ms. Alfa P. 6.4, F° 1

representation of the fighting between the Israelites of Joshua, and the Cananees
VEN5027373 representation of the fighting between the Israelites of Joshua, and the Cananees, for the conquest of the Promised Land

Religion. Catholic Religion. John the Apostle. Miniature in: Book of Hours, by Master of Boucicault, France, 1410 Bibl
3434417 Religion. Catholic Religion. John the Apostle. Miniature in: Book of Hours, by Master of Boucicault, France, 1410 Bibl. Mazarine, Paris.; (add.info.: Religion. Religion Catholique)

Geographical map of Italy. Miniature from the 15th century, based on the manuscript Geographia (Geography)
BEN5469694 Geographical map of Italy. Miniature from the 15th century, based on the manuscript Geographia (Geography) by Claudius Ptolemaeus (Claudius Ptolemaeus, 90-168). Greek translation

Card of the Tarot deck of the Visconti family. Miniature from the 15th century, Italy. Pinacoteca di Brera is in Milan
BEN5468495 Card of the Tarot deck of the Visconti family. Miniature from the 15th century, Italy. Pinacoteca di Brera is in Milan.; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Persian literature: miniature of Basawan (1556-1600) representing a Muslim pilgrim meeting a Brahmin
BEN5464241 Persian literature: miniature of Basawan (1556-1600) representing a Muslim pilgrim meeting a Brahmin. Based on a poem by Amir Khosrow Dehlavi (or Khusrau or Khusraw (1253-1325))

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)

Frontispice of the Ornithology Manual by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605), Italian naturalist, book XII
VEN5028337 Frontispice of the Ornithology Manual by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605), Italian naturalist, book XII. Representation of the naturalist offering his book to Pope Clement VIII

Agricultural work: harvest. Miniature depicting the month of July from a psalter, Biblioteca estense de Modene, Italy
VEN5028116 Agricultural work: harvest. Miniature depicting the month of July from a psalter, Biblioteca estense de Modene, Italy; Biblioteca Estense Universitaria, Gallerie Estensi, Modena

Agricultural work: haying. Miniature depicting the month of June from a psalter, Biblioteca estense de Modene, Italy
VEN5028112 Agricultural work: haying. Miniature depicting the month of June from a psalter, Biblioteca estense de Modene, Italy; Biblioteca Estense Universitaria, Gallerie Estensi, Modena

The hymn of hymns: a scene of love between two young men Page of the Bible manuscript of Borso d'Este (1413-1471)
VEN5027393 The hymn of hymns: a scene of love between two young men Page of the Bible manuscript of Borso d'Este (1413-1471) (Bibbia, Breviario d'Ercole) (Vol)

Agricultural work: the harvest, a peasant trampling the grapes while drinking a cup of wine
VEN5028105 Agricultural work: the harvest, a peasant trampling the grapes while drinking a cup of wine. Miniature depicting the month of September from a psalter, Biblioteca estense de Modene

The author presents his work to his lord Borso d'Este (1413-1471), Duke of Este
VEN5027500 The author presents his work to his lord Borso d'Este (1413-1471), Duke of Este. Page of the manuscript of the "Book of the Savior" (Libro del salvatore) (ms)

Breviarium romanum (Roman breviary). Illuminated manuscript representing the annunciation
VEN5027484 Breviarium romanum (Roman breviary). Illuminated manuscript representing the annunciation, the nativity and some zodiac signs

Miniature representant le miracle de la multiplication du pain - Codex de San Gregorio di Nazianza (Nazianzeno)
GIA5036650 Miniature representant le miracle de la multiplication du pain - Codex de San Gregorio di Nazianza (Nazianzeno) (Saint Gregoire de Nazianze) - Manuscrit grec du 9eme siecle; (add.info)

La licorne, attiree par une vierge, pose sa tete sur son sein. Miniature d'apres "Varia astrologica atque
GIA5036817 La licorne, attiree par une vierge, pose sa tete sur son sein. Miniature d'apres "Varia astrologica atque astronomica", manuscrit du 11eme siecle.; (add.info.: La licorne)

L'echelle pour le Paradis - in "La regle de Saint Benoit de Nursie vulgarisee"
GIA5036801 L'echelle pour le Paradis - in "La regle de Saint Benoit de Nursie vulgarisee". Manuscrit original datant de 1540 environ.; (add.info)

Page de manuscrit du "Ninfale fiesolano", de Giovanni Boccace, 1344 - 1346. Ed. du 15eme siecle
GIA5036800 Page de manuscrit du "Ninfale fiesolano", de Giovanni Boccace, 1344 - 1346. Ed. du 15eme siecle.; © Giancarlo Costa

Procession religieuse au 15eme siecle
GIA5034727 Procession religieuse au 15eme siecle.; (add.info.: Procession religieuse au 15eme siecle.); © Giancarlo Costa

The Resurrection: Mary and the Apostles gathered at the place where the Last Supper took place
BEN5469749 The Resurrection: Mary and the Apostles gathered at the place where the Last Supper took place, saw the flame of the Holy Spirit appearing above their heads. Marie is on the right

Dido's death. Miniature taken from the Codex Vergilius Vaticanus manuscript of the Aeneid (book IV, c.663)
BEN5469676 Dido's death. Miniature taken from the Codex Vergilius Vaticanus manuscript of the Aeneid (book IV, c.663), 5th century Ref: 3225 F.41 R°

Page from the manuscript Il canzoniere by Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch) (1304-1374)
BEN5475166 Page from the manuscript Il canzoniere by Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch) (1304-1374) illuminated by Attavante dei Attavanti (1452-1525) (ms. cl.VIII.684) 15th century Dim

Birth of Saint John the Baptist Miniature illustrating Liber sacramentorum (ms. 1275, f)
BEN5475158 Birth of Saint John the Baptist Miniature illustrating Liber sacramentorum (ms. 1275, f. 18 v) 10th or 11th century, Biblioteca Governativa, Lucca.; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Lorence'Julius Caesar (Giulio Cesare or Caius Julius Caesar) (100-44 BC)
BEN5475152 Lorence'Julius Caesar (Giulio Cesare or Caius Julius Caesar) (100-44 BC) seated on his throne under his pavilion Manuscript page De Bello Gallico

The Ascension of Christ Miniature illustrating Liber sacramentorum (ms. 1275, f)
BEN5475145 The Ascension of Christ Miniature illustrating Liber sacramentorum (ms. 1275, f. 16 r) 10th or 11th century, Biblioteca Governativa, Lucca.; Photo © Raffaello Bencini

A group of infirm people and a lord doing a work of mercy by giving them assistance
BEN5475048 A group of infirm people and a lord doing a work of mercy by giving them assistance. Miniature taken from The Works of Merciord (ms. II, VI, 16, f.40 r) made for Philippe de France, 1278

Miniature representant le sophiste, Philostrate. Manuscrit de Boccacio (Boccace), 1430
GIA5036804 Miniature representant le sophiste, Philostrate. Manuscrit de Boccacio (Boccace), 1430.; (add.info.: Miniature representant le sophiste, Philostrate)

Miniature representant un cultivateur. Lettrine "M" - in "Naturalis Historiae" de Pline
GIA5036793 Miniature representant un cultivateur. Lettrine "M" - in "Naturalis Historiae" de Pline l'Ancien (23 - 79).; (add.info.: Miniature representant un cultivateur)

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Enluminure, a captivating art form that flourished in the Flemish Workshop during the 15th century, continues to mesmerize us with its intricate details and vibrant colors. One such masterpiece is the Illumination from Les Miracles de Notre-Dame by Jean Meliot, dating back to around 1456. This stunning piece on vellum transports us to a world of wonder as we witness the Apparition of the Holy Grail to the Knights of the Round Table. In another enluminure gem, we are taken into an Angers Municipal Library manuscript where False Witness with pierced tongue condemns to wander the streets of the city. Preceded by miniature trumpet players, this scene captivates our imagination and showcases both artistic skill and storytelling prowess. The Proces of Gilles de Rais (Retz ou Rays) unfolds before our eyes in a hauntingly beautiful 15th-century miniature from Paris' B. N. Executed for murder and heresy, this depiction serves as a reminder of humanity's dark side amidst breathtaking craftsmanship. A whimsical touch emerges in a German translation of "Kalila (Calila) and Dimna" by Bidpai. Here, we find animals depicted in male posture – a dog and monkey tyrannizing over a weasel – showcasing how they are bring fables alive through its vivid illustrations. Moving onto more somber scenes, we encounter murder depicted within pages of Giovanni Boccaccio's "Decameron. " The Master of Mansel's illuminations transport us back to 1450 France as two men meet their gruesome fate at their murderers' hands - their heads severed from their bodies. Al-Hariri's Al Maqamat takes us on an exotic journey through time with gouache on paper depicting A Slave Market. This evocative artwork immerses us into an era filled with cultural exchange but also highlights humanity's darker chapters.