Book Of Hours Collection (#8)

MS 39-1950 f. 76r The Nativity, 1464 (gold silver & coloured ink on parchment)
876443 MS 39-1950 f.76r The Nativity, 1464 (gold silver & coloured ink on parchment) by French School, (15th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

MS 39-1950 f. 61r The Visitation, 1464 (gold, silver & coloured ink on parchment)
876215 MS 39-1950 f.61r The Visitation, 1464 (gold, silver & coloured ink on parchment) by French School, (15th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

A miniature from a Book of Hours, in Latin and French, depicting the Trinity enthroned
985687 A miniature from a Book of Hours, in Latin and French, depicting the Trinity enthroned with angels, c.1485 (illuminated manuscript on vellum, liquid gold) by French School

Woman in a death-bed scene with John the Baptist, c. 1475-1500 (ink
986281 Woman in a death-bed scene with John the Baptist, c.1475-1500 (ink, paints and gold leaf on vellum) by French School

Bathsheba, c. 1490 (paint and ink on gold ground on vellum)
986271 Bathsheba, c.1490 (paint and ink on gold ground on vellum) by Master of the Dresden Prayer Book (fl.c.1460-1520); 9.7x6.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bathsheba, from Book of Hours)

Annunciation to the Shepherds, from a Book of Hours made for Francois I, c
986205 Annunciation to the Shepherds, from a Book of Hours made for Francois I, c.1532-1540 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by French School

King David with a Harp, from a Book of Hours made for Francois I, c
986204 King David with a Harp, from a Book of Hours made for Francois I, c.1532-1540 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by French School

Annunciation, from a Book of Hours made for Francois I, c
986203 Annunciation, from a Book of Hours made for Francois I, c.1532-1540 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by French School

The Annunciation of the Shepherds, c. 1480 (paint on vellum)
986051 The Annunciation of the Shepherds, c.1480 (paint on vellum) by Vrelant, Willem (15th century) (follower of); 26.8 19 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Manuscript Leaf with the Last Judgment, from a Book of Hours, French, ca. 1400

Manuscript Leaf with the Crucifixion, from a Book of Hours, French, 15th century

Manuscript Leaf, from a Book of Hours, French, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf, from a Book of Hours, French, 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with the Last Judgment, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1400. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with the Last Judgment, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1400

Manuscript Leaf with the Resurrection, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with the Resurrection, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500

Manuscript Leaf with Saint Thomas, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with Saint Thomas, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500

Manuscript Leaf with Saint James the Greater, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with Saint James the Greater, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500

Manuscript Leaf with the Betrayal, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with the Betrayal, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500

Manuscript Leaf with Coat of Arms, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with Coat of Arms, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500

Manuscript Leaf with the Crucifixion, from a Book of Hours, last quarter 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with the Holy Communion, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with the Holy Communion, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. A priest administers the sacrament to a man in a fur-trimmed cloak, probably at the feast of Corpus Christi

Manuscript Illumination with the Descent from the Cross, from a Book of Hours, late 15th century

Manuscript Leaf with the Crucifixion in an Initial D, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1350

Manuscript Illumination with the Trinity, from a Book of Hours, late 15th century

Manuscript Leaf from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500

Manuscript Leaf wtih Saint Dorothy, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf wtih Saint Dorothy, from a Book of Hours, ca. 1500

Manuscript Leaf with the Pieta, from a Book of Hours, last quarter 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf with the Pieta, from a Book of Hours, last quarter 15th century

Book of Hours, 1518-21. Creators: Gilles Hardouyn, Germain Hardouyn
Book of Hours, 1518-21

The Belles Heures of Jean de France, duc de Berry, 1405-1408 / 1409. Creators: Hermann Limbourg
The Belles Heures of Jean de France, duc de Berry, 1405-1408/1409

Manuscript Leaf, from a Book of Hours, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Manuscript Leaf, from a Book of Hours, 15th century

The Bible of Borso d Este, 1455-1461. Creator: Crivelli, Taddeo (1425-1479)
The Bible of Borso d Este, 1455-1461. Found in the Collection of Biblioteca Estense Universitaria, Modena

The Bible of Borso d Este, 1455-1461. Creator: Girolamo da Cremona, (Girolamo de Corradi)
The Bible of Borso d Este, 1455-1461. Found in the Collection of Biblioteca Estense Universitaria, Modena

October - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
October - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). A peasant couple practice pannage - the releasing of domestic pigs into woodland to feed on acorns or beechnuts

September - an ill-matched couple, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
September - an ill-matched couple, 15th century, (1939). A grey-haired old man surrounded by buzzing flies caresses the hand of a young woman wearing a bridal headpiece as a dog watches through an

July - threshing, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
July - threshing, 15th century, (1939). Peasants using flails to thresh wheat. The separated grain is used to make flour. The stalks are then dried to make hay

March - working in the vineyard, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
March - working in the vineyard, 15th century, (1939). Two labourers among the bare vine stocks: the man bending over on the left is hoeing the ground to turn the earth over

February - spinning, late 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
February - spinning, late 15th century, (1939). A man takes off his boots to warm his feet by the fire as a woman uses a wheel to spin thread

June - mowing, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
June - mowing, 15th century, (1939). Peasants mow the wheat. The men use scythes to cut the ears at the bottom while the women hold forks to heap the mown ears into piles

April - lovers in a garden, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
April - lovers in a garden, 15th century, (1939). April traditionally marked the beginning of spring and was associated with love

December - baking, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Robinet Testard, Jean Bourdichon
December - baking, 15th century, (1939). Man and woman using a long-handled wooden paddle to bake bread in an oven. Behind are balls of raw dough ready to be baked

August - old woman in wheelbarrow, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
August - old woman in wheelbarrow, 15th century, (1939). A peasant with ragged hose pushes a wheelbarrow in which sits a drunken old woman holding a bottle, a fork and a flail for threshing grain

May - wild men jousting, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
May - wild men jousting, 15th century, (1939). The leafy foliage coves the battling knights bodies like armour, and forms the horses headstalls and caparisons

January - dinner at New Year, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
January - dinner at New Year, 15th century, (1939). The old man sitting and drinking from a bowl symbolises Janus, the god of gates and transitions. Two women, one richly dressed, stand at the table

Miniature with floral borders, (1849). Creator: Kellerhoven
Miniature with floral borders, (1849). Scene with two religious figures, one wearing a bishops mitre, and the other holding a crozier

Jacobs dream, 16th century, (1849). Creator: Kellerhoven
Jacobs dream, 16th century, (1849). Old Testament scene: Jacob dreaming of angels ascending and descending the ladder to Heaven

Manuscript from a psalter or book of hours, c.1450-c.1499. Creator: Anon
Manuscript from a psalter or book of hours, c.1450-c.1499

The Creation. Bible moralisee (Codex Vindobonensis 2554), ca 1250. Artist: Anonymous
The Creation. Bible moralisee (Codex Vindobonensis 2554), ca 1250. Found in the collection of the Austrian National Library, Vienna

Anatomical / Astrological Man. Miniature depicting the influence of the zodiacal stars on the human body from the 15th
ANATOMICAL MAN. Anatomical/Astrological Man. Miniature depicting the influence of the zodiacal stars on the human body from the 15th century manuscript of the " Tres Riches Heures" of Jean

Mowing, raking, and stacking hay on the outskirts of Paris in June. Illumination from the 15th century manuscript of
BOOK OF HOURS: JUNE. Mowing, raking, and stacking hay on the outskirts of Paris in June. Illumination from the 15th century manuscript of the Tres Riches Heures of Jean, Duke of Berry

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The "Book of Hours" is a captivating medieval manuscript that offers a glimpse into the daily life and religious practices of the 15th century. Created by the talented Limbourg brothers, this exquisite book showcases their artistic mastery and attention to detail. In February, we are transported to the lavish world of Jean, Duke of Berry, as depicted in Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry. The month is beautifully illustrated with scenes of courtly love and festivities, capturing the essence of Valentine's Day celebrations during that era. As spring arrives in May, we witness nature's awakening through another stunning illumination from Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry. The delicate brushstrokes bring to life blooming flowers and vibrant landscapes, showcasing the beauty and renewal associated with this time of year. Moving on to September, we find ourselves amidst the grape harvest at Chateau de Saumur in France's enchanting Loire Valley. This scene from Jean's Book of Hours portrays workers diligently picking grapes while enjoying picturesque views—a testament to both laborious work and appreciation for nature's bounty. January brings us closer to Jean himself as he exchanges gifts and feasts with his loved ones. This illustration captures the warmth and joy shared among family members during winter festivities—an intimate moment frozen in time within these pages. However, not all scenes depict idyllic moments; there are also depictions such as "Fall of Rebel Angels. " Here we see an intense battle between angels—a reminder that even within sacred texts like Books of Hours exist tales beyond heavenly serenity. Throughout these illuminations lies a recurring theme: everyday life. From keeping warm by a farm fireside in February or witnessing Christ's birth in THE NATIVITY illumination—these glimpses into ordinary existence make these manuscripts relatable despite their age. Beyond just illustrations, signatures found within Henry VII’s Book highlight its historical significance.