Manuscript Leaf from a Bible (Deuteronomy)

Britische Grafik 1705–1770, c. 1240

This is a painting of a historical manuscript page featuring intricate text and ornamental artwork. The page is filled with carefully aligned script, bordered by decorative elements and a large illuminated initial that includes a small detailed portrait within the letter. The text is written in Latin and the style of the script is consistent with Gothic or medieval calligraphy. Embellishments include vibrant reds and blues, with rubrication and marginal details adding to the artistry. The illuminated letter features a figure dressed in period attire, nestled at the center of a large letter 'P'. Additional decorative scrolling elements extend vertically down the length of the page. This is in the style of illuminated manuscripts from the medieval period.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1705–1770
Date
c. 1240
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with red, white, and blue gouache and gold leaf on vellum
Dimensions
20 × 14 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a historical manuscript page featuring intricate text and ornamental artwork. The page is filled with carefully aligned script, bordered by decorative elements and a large illuminated initial that includes a small detailed portrait within the letter. The text is written in Latin and the style of the script is consistent with Gothic or medieval calligraphy. Embellishments include vibrant reds and blues, with rubrication and marginal details adding to the artistry. The illuminated letter features a figure dressed in period attire, nestled at the center of a large letter 'P'. Additional decorative scrolling elements extend vertically down the length of the page. This is in the style of illuminated manuscripts from the medieval period.

Britische Grafik 1705–1770