"A sumptuously decorative page from an eleventh century manuscript Missal which was executed for the Emperor Henry II. (Munich Library?) On a brilliant diapered background in gold, red and blue, a standing figure of the Emperor is crowned by Christ, who sits within a vesica aureole. The Emperor receives from two angels the great Cross Standard of the Empire and a sword. His arms are supported by a saint on each side, Saints Ulrich and Emmeram. The whole page is a superb piece of decoration, and is specially interesting because illuminations of this type were evidently used by the earliest painters of stained glass windows to supply them with designs." text by Middleton
Understanding Why and How God Appoints Kings, Rulers and Government: Like it or not, this topic is common to illuminated manuscripts; primarily because only the wealthy could afford to house and feed illuminators and scribes to manufacture books. But remember dear reader, God always offers to provide for our care and growth, even under affliction.
Understanding Why and How God Appoints Kings, Rulers and Government: Like it or not, this topic is common to illuminated manuscripts; primarily because only the wealthy could afford to house and feed illuminators and scribes to manufacture books. But remember dear reader, God always offers to provide for our care and growth, even under affliction.
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