On the history of Illuminated Manuscripts and their Facsimiles

New Video: North French Hebrew Miscellany Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the North French Hebrew Miscellany in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

New Video: Legende de Saint Voult de Lucques Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Legende de Saint Voult de Lucques in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

Detail of the Leggendario Sforza-Savoia

Fashion Stylists in Miniature

If you think you have already seen the strangest outfits in the world, check out these medieval clothes and accessories, some of which were considered "inventions of the devil" by the Church.

New Video: Chludov Psalter Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Chludov Psalter in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

New Video: Libro de Horas de la Reina Doña Leonor Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Libro de Horas de la Reina Doña Leonor in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

Detail of the Breviary of Martin of Aragon

The Jewel in the Crown

King Martin I of Aragon (1356-1410) was so fond of art he supported the creation of paintings and manuscripts even in periods of financial distress. This Alumina article tells us more about his breviary, an exquisite example of international Gothic style.

New Video: Pontifical of Boniface IX Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Pontifical of Boniface IX in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

New Video: Pacino di Bonaguida’s Picture Book Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Pacino di Bonaguida's Picture Book in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

Detail of the Catalan Micrography Mahzor

Discovering the Art of Micrography

A little (medieval) fiesta never killed nobody: follow us for a trip into the Catalan Mahzor, a unique prayer book from the second quarter of the fourteenth century. Spoiler alert: contains stunning micrographies.

New Video: Aberystwyth Aratea Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Aberystwyth Aratea in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

New Video: St. Alban’s Psalter Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the St. Alban’s Psalter in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

Detail of the Codex Aureus of Echternach

The Golden Word

With its 60 pages of illuminated art, and over 500 initials, the Codex Aureus of Echternach is a true gem of the Ottonian era. This Alumina article unveils its history.

New Video: Kitab al-Diryaq Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Kitab al-Diryaq in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

New Video: Vienna Genesis Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Vienna Genesis in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?

New Video: Hours of Catherine of Cleves Facsimile Edition

Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Hours of Catherine of Cleves in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?