Bute Master Collection

Initial K Angel Blowing Trumpet Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial K: An Angel Blowing a Trumpet; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Trinity Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: The Trinity; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Lord Enthroned Hands Open Bute Master
Initial D: The Lord Enthroned with Hands Open; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial A Noblewoman Seated Ground Reading Bute Master
Initial A: A Noblewoman Seated on the Ground Reading; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial C Noli me tangere Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial C: Noli me tangere; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Pelican Feeding Young Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: A Pelican Feeding Her Young; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial C Clerics Singing Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial C: Clerics Singing; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Anointing David Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: The Anointing of David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera

Initial D Fool Dog Face Wearing Winged Headgear
Initial D: The Fool, with a Dog Face and Wearing Winged Headgear, Menacing Christ; bas-de-page A Fool Making Face at the Reader; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish)

Initial D David Pointing Mouth Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: David Pointing to His Mouth; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial E David Playing Harp Man Heaving Rock
Initial E: David Playing the Harp and a Man Heaving a Rock; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial M Saint Blessing Another Saint Bute Master
Initial M: One Saint Blessing Another Saint; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial U Man Clothing Nude Man Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial U: A Man Clothing a Nude Man; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Man Working Winepress Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: Man Working at a Winepress; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial D Ecclesia Holding Lance Chalice Bute Master
Initial D: Ecclesia Holding a Lance and Chalice; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial Q Herod Embracing Pilate Bute Master
Initial Q: Herod Embracing Pilate; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera

Initial D Crucifixion Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: The Crucifixion; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial C Priest Altar Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial C: A Priest Before an Altar; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial E David Praying Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial E: David Praying; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial C Resurrection Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial C: The Resurrection; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial D David Pointing God Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: David Pointing to God; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial B David Knight Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial B: David as a Knight; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial E Christ Holding Crown Flail Bute Master
Initial E: Christ Holding a Crown and Flail; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial L Samuel Crowning David Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial L: Samuel Crowning David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Christ Knight Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: Christ as a Knight; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial A Moses Striking Rock Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial A: Moses Striking a Rock; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial E Christ Holding Crown David Bute Master
Initial E: Christ Holding a Crown and David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial D God Crowning David Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: God Crowning David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial D Youth Handing Crown David Bute Master
Initial D: A Youth Handing a Crown to David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors

Initial E Christ Crowning David Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial E: Christ Crowning David; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Paris (written), France; illumination about 1270 - 1280; written about 135 - 1375; Tempera colors, gold

Initial D Absalom Hanging Tree Bute Master Franco-Flemish
Initial D: Absalom Hanging from a Tree; Bute Master (Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290); Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial Q: A Priest Stabbed by a Soldier; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial D: David Pointing to His Mouth; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial D: The Anointing of David; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial S: The Lord Appearing to David in the Water; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial E: David Playing the Harp; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

Initial M: Davids Theft of the Spear and Chalice; Bute Master, Franco-Flemish, active about 1260 - 1290; France, Northeastern (illuminated)

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"Bute Master: Unveiling the Intricate Artistry of Franco-Flemish Illuminated Manuscripts" Step into a world where art and spirituality intertwine, as we explore the captivating works of the Bute Master. This enigmatic artist from the Franco-Flemish region left an indelible mark on the realm of illuminated manuscripts during the medieval period. The journey begins with an initial adorned by a celestial figure - an angel blowing a trumpet, symbolizing divine messages reaching mortal souls. Another initial showcases a trinity motif, depicting three figures intertwined in harmonious unity. Moving forward, we encounter a powerful depiction of Lord enthroned with open hands, radiating grace and benevolence. A noblewoman seated on the ground engrossed in reading reveals not only her intellectual pursuits but also highlights women's role in preserving knowledge. Intriguingly, another initial portrays "Noli me tangere, " Latin for "do not touch me, " showcasing Jesus' encounter after his resurrection. The Bute Master masterfully captures this pivotal moment filled with emotion and spiritual significance. Nature finds its place within these intricate pages too - a pelican feeding its young represents self-sacrifice while clerics singing together exemplify communal worship and devotion to God. Anointing David is depicted in all its glory; this biblical scene showcases David being consecrated as king by Samuel. Meanwhile, amidst these sacred depictions emerges an unexpected sight - a fool dog-faced figure wearing winged headgear adds whimsy to this collection. David makes another appearance pointing towards his mouth while playing harp simultaneously; it reminds us that music has always been revered as both entertainment and means to connect with divinity. In contrast, David heaving rock signifies strength amid adversity. Lastly, we witness one saint blessing another – capturing moments of compassion and intercession between holy figures – reminding us that even saints seek blessings from their peers.