Handschriftenblatt aus dem Missale von Beauvais

Französische Grafik 1285–1700, 1285

This is a drawing of a decorated manuscript page. It contains Latin text written in neat black gothic script with red highlights. Each column of text is framed by elaborately decorated initials with spiraling foliage and small creatures. The page features intricate marginalia, including birds and mythical figures in blue, red, and gold colors. Musical notations at the top suggest it may be part of a liturgical text.
Künstler
Französische Grafik 1285–1700
Datierung
1285
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
pen and ink with gouache and gold on vellum
Maße
28,7 × 19,9 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

This is a drawing of a decorated manuscript page. It contains Latin text written in neat black gothic script with red highlights. Each column of text is framed by elaborately decorated initials with spiraling foliage and small creatures. The page features intricate marginalia, including birds and mythical figures in blue, red, and gold colors. Musical notations at the top suggest it may be part of a liturgical text.

Französische Grafik 1285–1700