Illuminated Manuscript Parchment, Gothic Period, 15th Century
Located in Bilzen, BE
A double-sided illuminated manuscript on parchment hand-written and coloured from the Gothic period (15th century) This is a page from a liturgical book such as the Psalters and cour...
Parchment Paper
$648,500
Illuminated Manuscript Painting by the German School
By German School
Located in New Orleans, LA
Extraordinary in its beauty and rarity, this early 16th-century German painting of an illuminated manuscript showcases a masterful trompe l’oeil effect.
Oil, Panel
Consecration of a Church 15th Century English School Illuminated Manuscript
Located in London, GB
English School 15th Century The Consecration of a Church Illuminated manuscript on Vellum Image size: 5 ½ x 5 inches (14 x 12.7 cm) 18th century ornate Tabernacle frame
Ink, Vellum
$1,025 / set
Islamic Illuminated Manuscript Pages
Located in Hudson, NY
This pair of manuscript pages are 18th century and are done it water colour and gauche. The images are of people in landscapes and the colors are still quite fresh and pleasing. The ...
Paper
Medieval Floral Ornament – Illuminated Manuscript Motifs, Plate XLVIII, c.1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Medieval Floral Ornament – Illuminated Manuscript Motifs, Plate XLVIII, c.1869 This ornate chromolithograph from L'Ornement Polychrome (Plate XLVIII) presents a vivid composition of...
Paper
Medieval Floral Borders – Illuminated Manuscript Motifs, Plate L, c.1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Medieval Floral Borders – Illuminated Manuscript Motifs, Plate L, c.1869 This richly detailed chromolithograph from Plate L of L'Ornement Polychrome by Albert Racinet presents a cap...
Paper
Verse 1-60 of Leyli o Majnun, Illuminated Manuscript, Circa 1600
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Ink, pigments and gold lead on gold embellished paper, c. 1600 Unsigned as is usual for illuminated manuscripts Note: The rock musician Eric Clapton was inspired by the classic Persi...
Pigment
$61,120Sale Price|20% Off
Miniature illuminated manuscript on vellum with 12 full-page miniatures
By Francois-Jacques Boeri
Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL
An oeuvre of around fifty manuscripts has been reconstructed for the master through comparison to his only documented work from 1475 (La Cité de Dieu in Paris, Bib.
Leather
Illuminated psalter Psalm 31 manuscript
Located in London, GB
To see more, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller." Illuminated psalter - Psalm 31 Illuminated manuscript on vellum 15 x 11 (sheet)...
Ink, Vellum
Celtic Illuminated Ornament – Decorative Motifs from Early Manuscripts, c.1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Celtic Illuminated Ornament – Decorative Motifs from Early Manuscripts, c.1869 This richly colored plate, numbered XXXIX from L'Ornement Polychrome, presents an exquisite compilatio...
Paper
Patterns and Decorations of the Italian Renaissance - 19th century
Located in Roma, IT
The print represent ten patterns after illuminated manuscripts, marbleized fabrics and mosaics.
Lithograph
Nepalese Carved and Painted Buddhist Manuscript Cover, 15th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Additionally, the use of the leogryph also points to a Nepalese origin. Manuscript or book covers were used to protect sacred texts and illuminated manuscripts.
Wood
Russian Orthodox Church, Middle 19th Century
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Unknown Russian Artist Russian Orthodox Church, Middle 19th century Unsigned Illuminated in red, yellow blue and green pigments and gold leaf on paper An Illuminated manuscript folio...
Pigment
Russian Orthodox Church, Middle 19th Century
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Unknown Russian Artist Russian Orthodox Church, Middle 19th century Unsigned Illuminated in red, yellow blue and green pigments and gold leaf on paper An Illuminated manuscript folio...
Pigment
$282Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Print of Robert le Mennoit's Vision Made after Froissart '1868'
Located in Langweer, NL
Handcoloured lithograph after an illuminated manuscript from Sir John Froissart's "Chronicles of England, France, Spain and the Adjoining Countries, from the Latter Part of the Reign...
Paper
Gothic Illumination-Inspired Ornament – Middle Ages Decorative Designs, c.1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Gothic Illumination-Inspired Ornament – Middle Ages Decorative Designs, c.1869 This vibrant chromolithograph, Plate XLII from *L'Ornement Polychrome*, showcases eight exquisite orna...
Paper
Framed 15th Century Illuminated Book of Hours Manuscript
Located in Chireno, TX
Framed 15th century illuminated Book of Hours manuscript circa 1450, France.
Glass, Wood, Parchment Paper
Antique Rare Medieval Illuminated Vellum Psalm Leaf, Italy, c.1350–1450
Located in Doha, QA
A beautifully preserved medieval illuminated manuscript leaf on vellum (animal skin), dating to circa 1350–1450, originating from Europe.
Animal Skin, Glass, Wood, Paint
Medieval Royal Court and Altar Ceremony, Hand-Colored Print by Mercuri, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Technique: Hand-colored engraving Maker: Paul Mercuri, France, 19th century Keywords: Medieval court, royal ceremony, king enthroned, altar scene, bishop, clergy, medieval costume,...
Paper
Three Medieval & Renaissance Ornament Plates by Albert Racinet, 1873
Located in Langweer, NL
The plates feature illuminated manuscript-style borders, floral and foliate ornament, arabesques, architectural panels, jewel-like color fields, scrolling vines, grotesque-inspired d...
Paper
Crucifixion
Located in Fairlawn, OH
An excellent example of the Hardouin workshop production with very fine delicate coloring of the image to closely resemble an illuminated manuscript of the late 15th century. The Har...
Engraving
The Nativity of Christ
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Anonymous 15th Century Italian, Probably Milan area The Nativity of Christ Pigments, ink and gold leaf on vellum Unsigned as is always the case with illuminated manuscripts The Virgi...
Pigment
Framed Late 15th Century Illuminated Book of Hours Manuscript
Located in Chireno, TX
Framed late 15th century illuminated Book of Hours manuscript circa 1500, France.
Gold Leaf
Antique Judaica Hand Illuminated Megillah Scroll of Esther Manuscript
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Megillah The Book of Esther, hand written on parchment by an expert Sephardi scribe and richly decorated with hand painted illustrations. The text panels are surrounded by...
Parchment Paper
Post Medieval Gold Fleur-de-Lis Signet Ring, circa 17th Century AD
Located in London, GB
The fleur-de-lis can be traced back to the early Medieval period, when it first appeared as a heraldic motif and as a decorative device in illuminated manuscripts. The fleur-de-lis i...
Yellow Gold
$28,328Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Kerman Oversized Carpet with Floral Garden Design and Animal Motifs
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Its composition unfolds like an illuminated manuscript: tiered vases overflowing with blossoms, flanked by birds in flight, peacocks perched on flowering branches, and expressive ani...
Wool
An Interesting Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal “Grotesque” Chandelier
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artists began to give the tiny faces of the figures in grotesque decorations strange caricatured expressions, in a direct continuation of the medieval traditions of the drolleries in...
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Persian Illuminated Miniature with Three Hunters on Horseback in a Landscape
Located in Milwaukee, WI
In Islamic art this is referred to as "illumination", and manuscripts of the Qur'an and other religious books often included considerable number of illuminated pages.
Ink, Tempera, Laid Paper
Persian Illuminated Miniature with Four Figures Playing Polo in a Landscape
Located in Milwaukee, WI
In Islamic art this is referred to as "illumination", and manuscripts of the Qur'an and other religious books often included considerable number of illuminated pages.
Ink, Tempera, Laid Paper
Set of Three Medieval & Renaissance Ornament Chromolithographs, c.1873
Located in Langweer, NL
The three plates present a fascinating study of ornamental design, featuring medieval geometric decoration, interlaced motifs, architectural borders, illuminated manuscript-inspired ...
Paper
19th Century Doulton Lambeth Floral Vase
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
In 1882, the women artists of Doulton Lambeth gifted Henry Doulton with an illuminated manuscript “to take this opportunity of expressing our obligations to you for the origination o...
Pottery, Stoneware
IMPORTANT AND RARE LITURGICAL PSALTER, Spain, 16th Century (1550-1575)
Located in Madrid, ES
IMPORTANT AND RARE LITURGICAL PSALTER, Spain, 16th Century (1550-1750) Psalterium iuxta Romanum (Liturgical Psalter according to the Roman Rite) Latin (with Spanish additions), illu...
Parchment Paper
Set of Three Medieval, Celtic & Renaissance Ornament Chromolithographs, 1873
Located in Langweer, NL
A second explores the intricate interlaced motifs and endless knotwork of Celtic ornament, reflecting the artistic traditions of illuminated manuscripts and early medieval craftsmans...
Paper
Set of Three Renaissance Religious Ornament Chromolithographs by Racinet, 1873
Located in Langweer, NL
These richly detailed plates beautifully combine Renaissance architectural ornament with Christian iconography, including saints, biblical figures, putti, ecclesiastical decoration, ...
Paper
Page from The History of Rama, Java
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Page from The History of Rama, Java Gold and colors on uncoated paper, 19th century Unsigned (as usual) This document is an illuminated manuscript page from the Ramayana, a major anc...
Ink
Renaissance Panel Ornament – 16th Century Decorative Design, Plate LXX, 1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Lithographed by Picard, the sheet compiles a vibrant collection of decorative panel motifs typical of French Renaissance interior design, heraldic art, and illuminated manuscripts. ...
Paper
Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Engraving of Medieval Singer in Pink Robe, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Keywords: Medieval singer, minstrel, Gothic Revival, historical costume, France 1845, hand-colored engraving, 15th-century dress, ecclesiastical art, antique print, illuminated manus...
Paper
Circa 1900 original poster Jeune fille à la tresse dans un décor de feuillage
By Firmin Bouisset
Located in PARIS, FR
Every line in the foliage is a study in decorative rhythm — the vines weaving in and out of themselves with a lyrical grace reminiscent of stained glass or illuminated manuscripts. ...
Paper, Lithograph, Linen
Renaissance Decorative Friezes – Grotesques, Cherubs & Heraldry, Plate LI, 1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Arranged in a complex mosaic, each panel presents a distinctive motif from Renaissance decorative arts, primarily inspired by frescoes, illuminated manuscripts, stuccoes, and carved ...
Paper
Celtic Knotwork and Borders – Antique Print of Interlacing Patterns, c.1869
Located in Langweer, NL
These patterns are emblematic of the Celtic decorative tradition seen in illuminated manuscripts like the *Book of Kells* or *Lindisfarne Gospels*, as well as in early Christian ston...
Paper
Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Print of a Medieval Woman in Pink and Gold Cape
Located in Langweer, NL
Keywords: Medieval woman, Gothic Revival, historical costume, 15th-century dress, hand-colored print, antique French engraving, 1845, courtly attire, illuminated manuscript style, no...
Paper
Archibald Knox. Liberty & Co. A rare & original pair of terracotta Olaf planters
By Archibald Knox, Liberty & Co., Mary Seton Watts
Located in London, GB
Knox took simple Celtic knot designs and turned them into complicated, accomplished designs that have spanned the test of time, directly influenced by M H Baillie Scott and inspired ...
Terracotta
Renaissance Illumination of Pope Gregory XIII – Antique Print, Plate LXI, 1869
Located in Langweer, NL
It would have been inspired by illuminated manuscripts, Vatican frescoes, or wall panels within ecclesiastical palaces.
Paper
Middle Ages Interlace Motifs – Antique Print of Medieval Knotwork Patterns, 1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Rendered in deep tones of brown, ochre, forest green, and muted red, the plate evokes the visual language of medieval stonework, illuminated manuscripts, and wooden carvings. The in...
Paper
The Regal and Ecclesiastical Antiquities of England, by Joseph Strutt
Located in Middletown, NY
The Whole Carefully Collected from Ancient Illuminated Manuscripts A new edition, to which is now added a supplement, containing 12 plates.
Gold Leaf
Medieval Coronation Ceremony, Hand-Colored Costume Plate by Paul Mercuri, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Technique: Hand-colored engraving Maker: Paul Mercuri, France, 19th century Keywords: Medieval coronation, medieval king, royal court, bishop, clergy, heraldry, costume history, me...
Paper
$3,749
Donegal Rug Irish
Located in Ferrara, IT
This border frames the central field much like the edge of an illuminated manuscript, highlighting the detailed patterns within and adding a touch of regal elegance.
Wool
Original 1927 Russian Culture Day Poster by Ivan Bilibin
Located in PARIS, FR
Framed by elaborate ornamental motifs and striking Cyrillic lettering, the composition perfectly reflects Bilibin's lifelong fascination with Old Russian art, illuminated manuscripts...
Paper, Lithograph
Venetian Noblewoman and Nun in Gondola, Medieval Costume Plate, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Mercuri based his illustrations on authentic monuments, paintings, sculptures, illuminated manuscripts, and historical sources. Rather than being imaginative recreations, these plate...
Paper
$6,608Sale Price|20% Off
The Persian Love Epic: An Antique Shiraz Masterpiece of Royal Devotion
Located in Dallas, TX
Subtle abrash variations animate the surface like the patina of age on an illuminated manuscript, lending this piece a rare, curated aura of lived history.
Wool
Medieval Catholic Rituals – Funeral & Mass, Hand-Colored Lithographs, 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
The oval vignette format recalls illuminated manuscripts and reinforces the medieval character of the scene.
Paper
Medieval Knights, Clergy & Nobles, Set of 10 Costume Prints, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
The figures are depicted in richly colored garments based on authentic medieval sources, including illuminated manuscripts, sculpture, paintings, tomb effigies, and historical monume...
Paper
$1,679Sale Price|20% Off
The Celestial Citadel: A 19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Masterpiece of Eternity
Located in Dallas, TX
Their rhythmic placement across the exceptional composition creates a hypnotic architectural cadence reminiscent of illuminated manuscripts, fortress mosaics, and sacred geometry.
Wool
Medieval European Clergy Costumes by Racinet, Gothic Vestments, 1888
Located in Langweer, NL
Racinet created these plates as educational and decorative studies, drawing inspiration from illuminated manuscripts, cathedral sculpture, mosaics, tomb effigies, and medieval miniat...
Paper
Sacred Splendor of the Reiche Kapelle Munich – Antique Chromolithograph, 1874
Located in Langweer, NL
The result closely approaches the visual richness of illuminated manuscripts and precious liturgical metalwork.
Paper
French Signed Sevres Monumental Urn Hand Decorated with Provincial French Scene
By Cristalleries De Sevres
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Encircling the painted reserve, gilded scrollwork and foliate ornament frame the scene like an illuminated manuscript. Laurel motifs and delicate raised decoration trace the cobalt s...
Bronze
Royal and Noble Costume Prints: d'Anjou, Military Attire, Young Squire, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
The project was one of the most ambitious 19th-century efforts to document historical dress using visual references from paintings, sculptures, and illuminated manuscripts. The firs...
Paper
The Lovers’ Draught: Antique English Medieval Needlepoint Masterpiece of Romance
Located in Dallas, TX
The delicate use of metallic threads—likely silver and gold—catches the light like burnished armor and illuminated manuscripts, underscoring the tapestry’s noble bearing and unmistak...
Wool
Medieval Bishop Vestments & Gothic Mitres by Racinet, 1888
Located in Langweer, NL
These ceremonial headdresses feature Gothic architectural forms, jeweled ornamentation, heraldic motifs, fleur-de-lis decoration, and sacred iconography inspired by illuminated manus...
Paper
An Illuminated Timurid Quran, 15th Century
Located in London, GB
A rare and beautifully illuminated Quran manuscript from the Timurid period, dating back to the 15th century.
Paper
Unavailable
H 12.41 in W 10.04 in D 0.79 in
18th Century Moghul Miniature painting Illuminated Manuscript Ottoman Sultan
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a captivating 18th Century Moghul Miniature, a page from an illuminated manuscript depicting an Ottoman Sultan adorned in a white turban and a red cloak, set against a gol...
Paint, Paper
Calendar and Gospel Sequences (from a Guildbook?)
By Illuminated Manuscripts
Located in New York, NY
In Latin, illuminated manuscript on parchment Western France (?)
Unavailable
H 11.5 in W 8 in
War and Peace - 1245 Latin Medieval Bible Manuscript Leaf - pen ink religious
Located in Albany, OR
"War and Peace". Very large illuminated manuscript, pen and ink. 11.5" x 8". Handwritten and illuminated in Italy, 1245, on fine sturdy creamy vellum (animal skin, parchment).
Animal Skin, Paint, Ink, Pen
Unavailable
H 5.8 in W 3.8 in
Obedient Unto Death - 1240 Latin Medieval Bible Manuscript - pen ink religious
Located in Albany, OR
Pocket sized rubricated and illuminated manuscript, pen and ink. 5.8" x 3.8". Handwritten and illuminated in Paris, 1240.
Animal Skin, Paint, Ink, Pen
Unavailable
H 6 in W 4 in
Prayer - Psalms - 1230 Latin Medieval Bible Manuscript Leaf - pen ink religious
Located in Albany, OR
Pocket sized rubricated and illuminated manuscript, pen and ink. 6" x 4". Handwritten and illuminated in Paris, 1230.
Animal Skin, Paint, Ink, Pen
Unavailable
H 6 in W 4 in
Prayer - Psalms - 1245 Latin Medieval Bible Manuscript Leaf - pen ink religious
Located in Albany, OR
Pocket sized hand-written and illuminated manuscript, pen and ink on thin, fine vellum, 6" x 4".
Animal Skin, Paint, Ink, Pen
Unavailable
H 5.8 in W 3.8 in
Your God, My God - Ruth 1250 Latin Medieval Bible Manuscript - pen ink religious
Located in Albany, OR
Pocket sized rubricated and illuminated manuscript, pen and ink. 6" x 4". Handwritten and illuminated in Paris, 1250.
Animal Skin, Paint, Ink, Pen
Unavailable
H 6 in W 4 in
In the Shadow - Psalms - 1240 Latin Medieval Bible Manuscript pen ink religious
Located in Albany, OR
Pocket sized rubricated and illuminated manuscript, pen and ink. 6" x 4". Handwritten and illuminated in Paris, 1240.
Animal Skin, Paint, Ink, Pen
Unavailable
H 7 in W 5 in
Signs of an Apostle - 1250 Latin Medieval Bible Manuscript - pen ink religious
Located in Albany, OR
Pocket sized rubricated and illuminated manuscript, pen and ink. Medium-sized, 7" x 5".
Animal Skin, Paint, Ink, Pen
Rare illuminated Tibetan Medical Manuscript Leaves
Located in Hudson, NY
Rare illuminated Tibetan Medical Manuscript Leaves. Early 19th century.
Mother and Child In An Orchard
By Giuseppe Solenghi
Located in Heathfield, GB
For a five year period, 1895-1900, he dedicated himself to working on illuminated manuscripts. He began exhibiting his landscapes primarily after the First World War and it is said t...
Oil
Unavailable
Book of Hours
By Book of Hours
Located in New York, NY
In Latin and French, illuminated manuscript on vellum France, Poitiers, c. 1480 8 large miniatures by the Master of Walters 222 (Jean Gillemer?)
Book of Hours (Use of Cambrai)
By Book of Hours
Located in New York, NY
In Latin and French, illuminated manuscript on parchment, France, Valenciennes, c. 1475-1480 1 large and 14 small miniatures by the Workshop of Simon Marmion This interesting and bea...
Trompe l’oeil o “Inganno” con incisioni
Located in London, GB
The superposition of a sheet of illuminated manuscript of the Gospel in the Castilian language on the sheet of the hunting scene reinforces this attribution.
Embroidered Panels: Annunciation, Nativity, Adoration of the Magi
Located in New York, NY
Significant is the stag who is copied from the Gottingen Modelbook, a book of designs much used by printers and manuscript illuminators and that circulated widely from around 1435 on.
Silver
Persian Illuminated Manuscript Leaf
Located in Astoria, NY
Persian Illuminated Manuscript Leaf, 19th century, Arabic script above a scene of an encampment before a fortress, wood frame.
Paper, Gouache
Thai Illuminated Manuscript Leaves, 19th C.
Located in Astoria, NY
Thai Illuminated Manuscript Leaves, 19th century, ink and tempera on paper, five folded leaves together in a giltwood frame.
Paper, Ink, Tempera
Early Islamic illuminated manuscript hand painted page
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful rendered illuminated manuscript page that we believe is at least 19th century and probably much earlier.
Watercolor, Gouache, Paper
Early 19th century illuminated manuscript hand painted page
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful rendered illuminated manuscript page that we believe is at least 19th century and probably much earlier.
Watercolor, Gouache, Paper
Illuminated Manuscript Book of Hours 15th Century.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Illuminated manuscripts, Book of Hours and book of prayer, Originating from possibly the archdiocese of Rouen (calendar), Convolute, organised in three parts.
Sold
H 3.75 in W 5.1 in D 0.1 in
Medieval Illuminated Manuscript and Miniature Painting from the Book of Hours
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Exquisite illuminated manuscript and portrait miniature from a 15th century Dutch Book of Hours.
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H 18.38 in W 15.25 in D 1.75 in
“Scholar Reading an Illuminated Manuscript” Painting by August “Claus” Meyer
By Claus Meyer
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A well-detailed interior scene by Augusts Eduard Nicolaus Claud Meyer, known as Claus-Meyer, the work is executed in oil on canvas and depicts an aged scholar examining an illuminate...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
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H 16.34 in W 11.42 in D 0.2 in
Pl. 26 Antique Print of Indo Persian Motifs from Illuminated, Racinet circa 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Chromolithograph of Motifs from Illuminated manuscripts and niello metalworks ornaments.
Paper
Antique Manuscript Leaf from a Book of Hours 1500
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
It is the most common type of surviving medieval illuminated manuscript.
Paper
A Persian Tabriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Under the benign patronage of Shah Abbas the Great (1587-1629), artists and artisans designed illuminated manuscripts, embroidered silks, painted miniatures and fabricated metal work...
Antique Tabriz Carpet, Hadji Jalili Persian Floral Soft, Beige Light and Taupe
Located in Port Washington, NY
Under the benign patronage of Shah Abbas the Great (1587-1629), artists and artisans designed illuminated manuscripts, embroidered silks, painted miniatures and fabricated metal work...
Wool
Antique Tabriz Carpet, Handmade Persian Rug in Floral Soft, Beige and Taupe
Located in Port Washington, NY
Under the benign patronage of Shah Abbas the Great (1587-1629), artists and artisans designed illuminated manuscripts, embroidered silks, painted miniatures and fabricated metal work...
Wool
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W 108 in L 153 in
Antique Tabriz Carpet, Hadji Jalili Persian Rug, Earth Tones, Brown, Terracotta
Located in Port Washington, NY
Under the benign patronage of Shah Abbas the Great (1587-1629), artists and artisans designed illuminated manuscripts, embroidered silks, painted miniatures and fabricated metal work...
Wool