Because everyone knows about the Christian ones, here are a few others first:
From the Lisbon Bible:
Here are some illuminated qurans:
From the Adysh Gospels:
An 18th century Ethiopian Bible:
From a 13th century bestiary (catalog of animals):
From a 13th century bestiary (catalog of animals):
These works of art are absolutely beautiful in addition to their religious significance and meanings. The writing itself is beautiful enough to be art, and I don;t even know what the words say.
ReplyDeleteThese phitographs are all beautiful and I loved looking at them, but you don't really provide any additional information about them or even what illuminated text is. I would have liked so more historical context and stuff.
ReplyDeleteI've always had an interest in different religions, and I really like this art because it unifies the religions, in some way. I also really like the use of gold in the paintings. Gold is a universal symbol of wealth and richness, which each religion is; rich with moral values.
ReplyDeleteI've always had an interest in different religions, and I really like this art because it unifies the religions, in some way. I also really like the use of gold in the paintings. Gold is a universal symbol of wealth and richness, which each religion is; rich with moral values.
ReplyDeleteThe amount of detail on each page is abundant and gorgeous. These decorated texts are stunning and I'm happy you posted them. I wish you added a little bit more on how you perceive them.
ReplyDeletethis art is so detailed and intricate. they must have taken a longggg time. i appreciate all different religions and many are expressed in this work
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