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MS Hunter 229 f. 6r November, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum)
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MS Hunter 229 f. 6r November, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum)
5675696 MS Hunter 229 f.6r November, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library, Scotland; (add.info.: November: the K shows a swineherd muffled in a slate-coloured cloak with red and white border, knocking down acorns with a forked stick (as in 1, 3 verso) for three brown pigs from a very conventional tree.
On the same page the sign of Sagittarius shows the Centaur with a gold-rimmed, red and white petasus, wearing a tufted girdle of red and white, and aiming a silver-headed arrow backwards on a white bow.
Content:
Kalendarivm.
Psalterivm.
Litania.
Preces Qvaedam.
Known as Hunterian Psalter, formerly as York Psalter.
Beautifully written in one hand; 13 full-page pictures, one full-page illumination, gilt, historiated or illuminated initials begin the first verse of each Psalm); © University of Glasgow Library
Media ID 25054114
© University of Glasgow Library / Bridgeman Images
Acorns Astrological Astrology Autumn Autumnal Calendar Centaur Fall Hunterian Psalter Illuminations Litany Liturgical Liturgy Miniatures Month Ms 229 November Oak Tree Pigs Prayer Book Psalm Psalter Sagittarius Star Sign Star Signs Swineherd York Psalter Zodiac Zodiacal Ecclesiastical Psalms
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This print showcases a page from the Hunterian Psalter, a remarkable manuscript dating back to the 12th century. The image, titled "MS Hunter 229 f. 6r November" transports us to a world of medieval artistry and religious devotion. In this particular scene, we are presented with two distinct depictions. On the left side of the page, we witness an intriguing portrayal of November's activities. A swineherd is depicted wearing a slate-colored cloak adorned with red and white borders. He skillfully knocks down acorns using a forked stick for three brown pigs gathered beneath a conventional tree. On the right side of the page, we encounter an astrological symbol representing Sagittarius. The Centaur figure is elegantly illustrated wearing a gold-rimmed petasus in red and white hues while donning a tufted girdle in matching colors. With precision and grace, he aims his silver-headed arrow backward on his pristine white bow. The entire manuscript contains various sections such as Kalendarivm (calendar), Psalterivm (psalms), Litania (litany), Preces Qvaedam (certain prayers). Originally known as York Psalter before acquiring its current name - Hunterian Psalter - it now resides within Glasgow University Library's prestigious collection in Scotland. This stunning piece exemplifies meticulous pen-and-ink work combined with tempera on vellum techniques prevalent during that era. Its thirteen full-page pictures alongside gilt initials add further grandeur to each Psalm verse they accompany. With this print capturing such historical significance and artistic brilliance, it serves as both an educational resource and visual delight for admirers of fine art worldwide.
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