Historiated Collection (#3)

CALLIGRAPHY: ENGLISH, 1600. Part of a writing masters copy-sheet prefaced with an elaborate initial C. English, c1600

Abraham. Medieval manuscript
Abraham hears the voice of the Lord. Representation in initial of medieval manuscript. Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Initial Letter of a Charter containing portraits of Henry VIII and Wolsey, 1529 (vellum)
XJF387439 Initial Letter of a Charter containing portraits of Henry VIII and Wolsey, 1529 (vellum) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A. D. The death of Roland, the nephew of Charlemagne and the
SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A.D. The death of Roland, the nephew of Charlemagne and the most celebrated of the emperors twelve paladins, at the Battle of Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees, 778 A.D

DANCE OF SALOME. The dance of Salome, with swords (left), and a historiated S
DANCE OF SALOME. The dance of Salome, with swords (left), and a historiateds depicting the beheading of Saint John the Baptist. English manuscript illumination, c1150

LINDISFARNE GOSPELS. Matthew, chapter i. verse 1, written and illuminated about A.D. 700, probably in the monastery on Lindisfarne or Holy Island off the Northumberland coast of Britain

INITIAL A : SAINT GREGORY. Initial A with Saint Gregory (Pope Gregory I). Manuscript illumination from an Austrian missal, c1260

MEDIEVAL MUSIC MANUSCRIPT. Page from 10th century manuscript, Hodie cantandus, by Tutilo

GILBERT: DE MAGNETE, 1600. The magnetizing of iron. A page from William Gilbert s
GILBERT: DE MAGNETE, 1600. The magnetizing of iron. A page from William Gilberts (1540-1603) De Magnete, published in London, 1600

CAESARs COMMENTARIES. First page from an edition of Julius Caesars Commentaries on the Gallic War, printed at Venice in 1517

JOHN DUNS SCOTUS (c1265-c1308). Scottish scholastic theologian. Duns Scotus lecturing his students. Detail of an ornamental letter in a 14th century manuscript

ST. BEDE: MANUSCRIPT. The beginning of Book IV of the Ecclesiastical History of the English people by the Venerable Bede from a manuscript probably written in Southern England in the late 8th century

BRIGIT OF KILDARE (d. c525). Irish saint. Saint Brigit depicted on a page from a 15th century English illuminated manuscript

PENTECOST: INITIAL D. Illumination from a Latin antiphonary, 15th century

INITIAL D: ILLUMINATION. Empress Catherine de Courtenay crowned by the Virgin in an initial D. Psalter illumination, French, late 13th century

INITIAL B WITH GOD. Christ enthroned from Psalm One (Beatus Vir) of a French Psalter, c1200

TREE OF JESSE, c1120. Historiated initial A showing the Tree of Jesse, from a French or Belgian illuminated Antiphonary on Vellum, c1120

WITCHCRAFT, 1584. First page of Reginald Scots The Discouerie of Witchcraft, an attack on the witchcraft delusion published at London, England, in 1584

CHAUCER: CANTERBURY TALES. A page from the early 15th century Lansdowne manuscript of Chaucers Canterbury Tales showing the beginning of the Merchants Tale

MOUSE, BIRD AND SAUSAGE. The Mouse, the Bird and the Sausage. Illustration and initial O by Walter Crane from an 1886 edition of Household Stories by the Brothers Grimm

GRIMM: TWELVE BROTHERS. Illustration and initial O by Walter Crane from an 1886 edition of Household Stories by the Brothers Grimm

GRIMM BROTHERS: SIX SWANS. Initial O by Walter Crane from an 1886 edition of Household Stories by the Brothers Grimm

FOOL, c1290. Fool with club and bread: manuscript illumination from an English psalter, c1290

ARTIST: ILLUMINATION, 1476. Artist in initial H : illumination from Italian manuscript, 1476, of Plinys Natural History

JEWELLER: ILLUMINATION. Jeweller in initial A : illumination from Italian manuscript, 1476, of Plinys Natural History

STATUE: ILLUMINATION. Statue in initial A : illumination from Italian manuscript, 1476, of Plinys Natural History

Page from Euclids Opus Elementorum... In Artem Geometriae, Venice, 1482
EUCLID: GEOMETRY MS. Page from Euclids " Opus Elementorum...In Artem Geometriae, " Venice, 1482

Childbirth, assisted by a midwife, from an initial letters : woodcut from Graduale, published at Venice, 1499
CHILDBIRTH, 1499. Childbirth, assisted by a midwife, from an initial letters : woodcut from Graduale, published at Venice, 1499

DECORATIVE INITIAL G. Copper engraving, Dutch, late 17th century

ALPHABET, 16th CENTURY. Ornamented alphabet, Italian, 16th century

ALPHABET, 1879. Initial letters by Daniel T. Ames, 1879

SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A. D. Roland, Charlemagnes nephew and the favorite of his twelve paladins
SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A.D. Roland, Charlemagnes nephew and the favorite of his twelve paladins, attacked with other Frankish forces (right) at Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees in 778 A.D

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"Journey through Time: A Glimpse into the World Art" Step back in time and witness the grandeur of medieval tournaments as knights on horseback engage in a thrilling ring competition. In this 15th-century French manuscript illumination, one knight stands out from the rest, being presented with a glorious trophy for his valiant efforts. Fast forward to the 18th century, where Carington Bowles captures a comical scene in his print titled "The Comical Hotch-Potch, or the Alphabet Turn d Posture-Master. " This English artwork showcases an amusing display of acrobatics and contortions that will surely bring a smile to your face. Travel even further back to c800 A. D. , when intricate initial letters adorned sacred texts like The Book of Kells. The Christ Page comes alive with vibrant colors and meticulous details, showcasing the artistic brilliance of this era. Venturing into France during the 14th century, we encounter a breathtaking depiction of the Flight into Egypt on vellum. This delicate piece transports us to biblical times as Mary and Joseph flee with baby Jesus amidst lush landscapes. A fragment from a Breviary takes us on an adventure alongside Walter Map as he records tales of courageous knights' escapades. This glimpse into their world offers insight into chivalry and honor that defined medieval society. The Liber Horaraum presents us with an exquisite initial decorated with Ascension of Jesus. Crafted using colored inks and gold leaf on vellum, it radiates divine beauty while inviting contemplation upon religious themes. Kelmscott Press brings Shakespeare's works to life through woodcuts in its publication "The Poems. " Venus and Adonis captivate our imagination while The Rape of Lucrece evokes powerful emotions through these stunning visual interpretations. Intriguingly, another historiated initial reveals itself – this time depicting Judith with a raised sword above a sleeping Holofernes.