On the history of Illuminated Manuscripts and their Facsimiles
Istanbul Through the Eyes of an Ottoman Miniaturist
If you ever wondered what Constantinople looked like in the 16th century, check out this Ottoman-era manuscript, as kaleidoscopic as the city itself. You can even compare past and present with our interactive map!
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?
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?
Preserving the Past, Serving the Future: Looking Back on Ten Years of Facsimile Finder
In the past decade, Facsimile Finder allowed me to fulfill a dream I didn't know I had: making culture more accessible. This is how it all unfolded.
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?
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?
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?