Medieval Illuminated Letter Collection (#5)

Battle between the Khwarezmian army and the Mongols. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal His)
Battle between the Khwarezmian army and the Mongols. Miniature from Jami al-tawarikh (Universal History), ca 1430. Found in the collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Illustration from the codex of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, c. 1280. Found in the Collection of Monasterio de El Escorial

The Siege of Kazan, 1552 (From the Illuminated Compiled Chronicle), Second half of the16th cen. Found in the Collection of Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

The Siege of the Castle of Mortagne, near Bordeaux, in 1377 (aus Recueil des croniques d Engleterre Artist: Anonymous)
The Siege of the Castle of Mortagne, near Bordeaux, in 1377 (aus Recueil des croniques d Engleterre von Jean de Wavrin), ca. 1470-1480. Found in the collection of British Library

The Fall of Lucifer. From Book of Hours, c. 1500. Artist: Anonymous
The Fall of Lucifer. From Book of Hours, c. 1500. Private Collection

The Wheel of Fortune (from an manuscript of Troy Book by John Lydgate), Mid of the 15th century. Artist: Anonymous
The Wheel of Fortune (from an manuscript of Troy Book by John Lydgate), Mid of the 15th century. Found in the collection of John Rylands University Library

Peasants ploughing (From the Luttrell Psalter), ca 1330. Artist: Anonymous
Peasants ploughing (From the Luttrell Psalter), ca 1330. Found in the collection of British Library

Duke John I of Brabant (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Artist: Anonymous
Duke John I of Brabant (From the Codex Manesse), Between 1305 and 1340. Found in the collection of the Library of the Ruprecht Karl University, Heidelberg

Askold and Dir asked by Rurik for a permission to go to Constantinople (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St

The Baptism of Prince Vladimir I (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Artist: Anonymous
The Baptism of Prince Vladimir I (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

Battle between Sviatopolk the Accursed and Yaroslav the Wise (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

Dream-vision of Genghis Khan (From: Jean Hayton, Fleur des histoires de la terre d Orient), c. 1410
Dream-vision of Genghis Khan (From: Jean Hayton, Fleur des histoires de la terre d Orient), c.1410. Found in the collection of the New York Public Library

The expulsion of Jews from France in 1182 (A miniature from Grandes Chroniques de France), 1320s. Artist: Anonymous
The expulsion of Jews from France in 1182 (A miniature from Grandes Chroniques de France), 1320s. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Victory of Richard the Lionheart over Philip Augustus in 1198. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque de Geneve

Death of Amalric I of Jerusalem. Coronation of Baldwin IV. Miniature from the Historia by William of Tyre, 1460s. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque de Geneve

The Siege of Antioch during the First Crusade, ca 1200. Artist: Anonymous
The Siege of Antioch during the First Crusade, ca 1200. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Antique illustration of decorated capital letter B by FranAzois-Emile Ehrmann: The B is inserted in a scene with a man killing a dragon with a club

Charles the Bold, dressed in black in mourning for Philip the Good, Mid of the 15th cen. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Medea kills her son, ca 1470. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

The army of Alexander the Great fights the Giants, 1448. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

The battle against the infidels. The Fall of Constantinople, 1453, 1462-1465. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Orpheus torn by the Maenads, c. 1480. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Bal des Ardents, ca 1470-1475. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

The Hell, after 1454. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que royale de Belgique

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, ca 1470. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

The Earthly Paradise, ca 1460. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que royale de Belgique

Saint Christopher. (From: Livre d heures a l usage de Rome), Between 1409 and 1419. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Scenes from the Life of Saint John the Evangelist, Early 15th cen. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Margaret of York praying in front of the Cathedral of St. Gudula in Brussels, c. 1467-1469. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que royale de Belgique

Louis de Gruuthuse before an astronomical clock (From: Horloge de Sapience by Henri Suso), ca. 1470-1480. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

The translator reading the Latin text in the library, ca 1460. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Market scene and Presentation of the book to Philip the Good. From: Conquestes et croniques de Charlemagne by David Aubert, ca 1459. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que royale de Belgique

Meeting of the Order of the Golden Fleece chaired by Charles the Bold, 1475-1480. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Philip the Good (from: The Great Armorial of the Knights of the Golden Fleece), 1430-1461. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Jean Wauquelin presenting his Chroniques de Hainaut to Philip the Good, 1447. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que royale de Belgique

Portrait of Princess Irina Alexandrovna of Russia (1895-1970), wearing one of the Maison Irfe creations, c. 1924. Private Collection

The recovery of the lost territories for the pope by Emperor Otto I, ca 1563. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

Emperor Otto I brings the Church treasury to Pope John XII. back, ca 1563. Found in the Collection of Apostolic Palace, Vatican

Portrait of Emperor Peter I the Great (1672-1725), 1838. Found in the Collection of Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Duke of Angouleme in the Battle of Trocadero on 31 August 1823, 1828
Duke of Angoule me in the Battle of Trocadero on 31 August 1823, 1828. Found in the Collection of Muse e de l Histoire de France, Cha teau de Versailles

Francois Leclerc du Tremblay (1577-1638), c. 1630
Franc ois Leclerc du Tremblay (1577-1638), c.1630. Found in the Collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Portrait of Paracelsus, 17th century. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Margravine Louise Charlotte of Brandenburg (1617-1676), Duchess of Courland, Second Half of the 17th cen. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Duchess Louise Elisabeth of Courland (1646-1690), Landgravine of Hesse-Homburg, Second Half of the 17th cen. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Jan Hus burned at the stake, and his ashes thrown into the Rhine. (Illustration from the Richentals illustrated chronicle), 1483. Found in the Collection of Herzog August Bibliothek Wolfenbüttel

Jan Hus delivered over to the secular power (Illustration from the Richentals illustrated chronicle), 1483. Found in the Collection of Herzog August Bibliothek Wolfenbüttel

The Chludov Psalter. Psalm 96, ca 850. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

The Chludov Psalter. Psalm 88, ca 850. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

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"Exploring the Beauty of Medieval Illuminated Letters: A Journey through Time" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of medieval illuminated letters. These exquisite works of art, created by talented artists and scribes, transport us to a bygone era where craftsmanship and devotion converged. One such masterpiece is The Lindisfarne Gospels (715-721), an awe-inspiring testament to the artistic prowess of its creator. Its intricate designs and vibrant colors breathe life into each page, showcasing the dedication that went into its creation. In Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry (1412-1416), we are introduced to a series of illuminations capturing different months throughout the year. February depicts a scene filled with romance and elegance, while May transports us to a blossoming springtime landscape crafted by the skilled hands of the Limbourg brothers. Henry I, Count of Anhalt (Between 1305 and 1340) graces us with his presence in an anonymous artwork from Codex Manesse. This regal figure exudes power as he gazes confidently at onlookers, reminding us of the importance bestowed upon these illuminated manuscripts. The Byzantine Master's rendition of The Hippocratic Oath (12th century) showcases not only their mastery over calligraphy but also their ability to convey complex ideas through visual storytelling. It serves as a testament to both medical knowledge and artistic expression during this period. March from Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry presents yet another captivating scene brought to life by the Limbourg brothers' skillful brushstrokes. With meticulous attention to detail, they capture nature awakening from winter's slumber amidst picturesque landscapes. Reaping and binding sheaves depicted in Luttrell Psalter (ca 1330) offers insight into agricultural practices during medieval times. Through this anonymous artist's work, we witness the labor-intensive process of harvesting, a vital aspect of medieval life.