Manuscript Leaf from the Beauvais Missal

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.
Artista
Französische Grafik 1285–1700
Datazione
1285
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
pen and ink with gouache and gold on vellum
Dimensioni
28,7 × 19,9 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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