On the history of Illuminated Manuscripts and their Facsimiles
New Video: Berthold Sacramentary Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Berthold Sacramentary in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
New Video: Portfolio of Villard de Honnecourt Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Portfolio of Villard de Honnecourt in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
New Video: Reichenau Pericopes Book Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Reichenau Pericopes Book in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
A Beacon of Culture
If you are a book lover, you cannot miss this Alumina article about the Herzog August Bibliothek in Wolfenbüttel, whose vast collection has remained untouched for over four hundred years.
New Video: Apocalypsis Johannis Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Apocalypsis Johannis in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
A Forever-Shining Gem of the German Romanesque Period
After eight and a half centuries this liturgical book, profusely decorated with shimmering gold and silver, is almost untouched by time. A new facsimile edition by Quaternio Verlag Luzern takes us closer to the perfection of its Romanesque illuminations.
The Jewel of Renaissance Lombardy
Did you know that the illuminator of this precious book of hours helped Leonardo da Vinci paint the Virgin of the Rocks? Find out more in today's Alumina article!
New Video: Golden Psalter of Charlemagne (Dagulf Psalter) Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Golden Psalter of Charlemagne (Dagulf Psalter) in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
Under Dürer’s star
A fan of German book illumination? Don't miss this Alumina article about Nikolaus Glockendon, one of the foremost artists of his time.
New Video: Ingeborg Psalter Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Ingeborg Psalter in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
New Video: Codex of Medicine of Frederick II Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Codex of Medicine of Frederick II in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
New Video: Codex Egberti Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Codex Egberti in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
New Video: Leo Bible Facsimile Edition
Once upon a time only dukes, popes, and princesses could hold a priceless artifact like the Leo Bible in their hands. Today, facsimiles allow you to leaf through them — well, at least virtually! So what are you waiting for?
The Renaissance of Leonardo, Five Hundred Years Later
If you are a Leonardo enthusiast, 2019 is the perfect year to unravel the mysteries surrounding his genius. To mark the 500th anniversary since his death, museums and venues all over the world are celebrating his work with dozens of events and exhibitions. Here is a selection of our favorites.
The Star of the Renaissance, Isabella d’Este Gonzaga
Today's Alumina Article deepens the figure of Isabella d’Este Gonzaga, the Reinassance princess legendary for her art collection and education.