6 déc. 1320 - Golden Haggadah
Description:
The Plagues of Egypt, Scenes of Liberation, and Preparation for Passover)Late medieval Spain. c. 1320 C.E. Illuminated manuscript (pigment and gold leaf on vellum)
The book was for use of a wealthy Jewish family. The holy text is written on vellum - a kind of fine calfskin parchment - in Hebrew script, reading from right to left. Its stunning miniatures illustrate stories from the biblical books of 'Genesis' and 'Exodus' and scenes of Jewish ritual.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
6 déc. 1320
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 705 ans