This missal is illuminated with large historiated initials and lavish decorated border filled with cameos, gems, flowers, and hybrid creatures. The painting in the manuscript is both technically precise and conceptually playful. The border elements are as creative, executed with a wit that leaves the viewer wondering where the observation of nature leaves off and artifice begins.
King David, c.1520, Tempera and gold on parchmentMatteo da Milano Italian (1492 - 1523) |
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This missal is illuminated with large historiated initials and lavish decorated border filled with cameos, gems, flowers, and hybrid creatures. The painting in the manuscript is both technically precise and conceptually playful. The border elements are as creative, executed with a wit that leaves the viewer wondering where the observation of nature leaves off and artifice begins. |
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