Verard Collection

Meeting between Pope Adrian I and Charlemagne, miniature in the incunabula Chronicles of France, printed by A. Verard, Paris, 1493

Le Premier Volume de la bible en francoiz historiee et nouvellement imprimee, ca. 1501. [Adam and Eve, from a bible in French]

Gilead helps Perceval and they together defeat 20 men, miniature in the incunable Lancelot du Lac, Paris, 1490

Lancelot in a battle - VERARD, Antoine (15th century). English publisher and bookseller. ; LANCELOT (6th c. )
CUL4871870 Lancelot in a battle - VERARD, Antoine (15th century). English publisher and bookseller.; LANCELOT (6th c.). Knight of King Arthur's court. Lancelot in a battle

Coronation of Louis the Pious, 1493 (illuminated printed woodcut on vellum)
986168 Coronation of Louis the Pious, 1493 (illuminated printed woodcut on vellum) by Verard, Antoine (1450-1519); about 38.5x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation of Louis the Pious)

Siege of a Town defended by the Burgundians under Charles VI (chromolitho)
1094593 Siege of a Town defended by the Burgundians under Charles VI (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Death of St. Louis at Carthage, 1493 (illuminated printed woodcut on vellum)
986169 Death of St. Louis at Carthage, 1493 (illuminated printed woodcut on vellum) by Verard, Antoine (1450-1519); 38.5x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of St. Louis at Carthage)

The author presents the book Ogier le Danois to the king of France, Louis XII, miniature in the incunable Ogier will Danois printed by A. Verard, Paris, 1498

Monk and Bishop of the Carolingian period, miniature in the incunable Ogier le Danois, printed by A. Verard, Paris, 1498

King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table fighting the Saxons, miniature in the incunable Lancelot du Lac, Paris, 1490

Assault and taking of a castle by the knights of King Arthur, miniature in the incunable Lancelot du Lac Paris, 1490

The Bride, the Daughter of Joy and their dead Selves, 1486 (1964). From Antoine Verards edition of Danse Macabre (Dance of Death), Paris, 1485

The Doctor and the Lover with their dead Selves, 1485 (1964). From Antoine Verards edition of Danse Macabre (Dance of Death), Paris, 1485

Adam and Eve, 1505 (1964). from Antoine Verards Bible en Francoys, A print from A History of Wood Engraving, by Douglas Percy Bliss, Spring Books, London, 1964

King Arthur and the Knights at the Round Table. Miniature of the incunable of Lancelot du Lac, by A. Verard. 1490. National Library. Paris. France

King Arthur and the Knight of the Round Table
" King Arthur and the Knight of the Round Table. Miniature painting by Maitre Jacques de Besan篮 of the book " Lancelot du Lac", by Antoine Verard (1494), fol.3 o A2. Gothic art

First Crusade (1095-1099). Taking of Jerusalem. Combat between Crusaders and Saracens under the wall of Jerusalem. Picture from the romance Ogier le Danois, illustrated by Antoine Verard in 1498

Carolingian Empire. The army of Charles the Great
" Carolingian Empire. The army of Charles the Great fighting to conquer Rome. Miniature from " Ogier le Danois", illustrated by Antoine Verard (Paris, 1498). Gothic art

Charles VIII being presented with a Book. Miniature from The Great Chronicles of France, 15th century. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. PIEDMONT. Turin. National Library of the Turin University

Carolingian Empire. Charlemagne welcomes Pope Leo XIII who fled Rome. Gothic art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Turin. National Library of the Turin University

Second Crusade (1147-1149). Louis VII of France
" Second Crusade (1147-1149). Louis VII of France. Illustration depicting " Romance de Ogier le Danois", designed in Paris by Antoine Verard (1498). Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Siege of a city. Illustration in the Roman d Ogier le Danois (Romance of Ogier the Dane), printed in Paris by Antoine V鲡 rd (1498). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. PIEDMONT. Turin

Fouquet, Jean (1420-1481). Grandes Chroniques de France (Great Chronicles of France). 1455-1460. Wars of Charlemagne. Edition of Antoine V鲡 rd, 1493. Gothic art. Miniature Painting

VERARD, Antoine (15th century). The Holy Roman Empress presenting to Louis the Stammerer the crown and sceptre that had belonged to his father Charles II the Bald, from Chroniques de France

FRANCE. Paris. The king Arthur and his knight boarding towards Holy Land. Book by Antoine Verard, c. 1490. Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Lancelot in a battle. Illustration of Lancelot
" Lancelot in a battle. Illustration of " Lancelot "

Great Chronicles of France, edition of Antoine Verard of 1493. Picture of the archbishop Turpin and Egmeaux, Charlemagnes chaplain, writting on the emperors life. Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Queen Guinevere reinforcing the London tower

Tournament. Miniature of Ogier le Danois, by
" Tournament. Miniature of " Ogier le Danois", by Antoine Verard (Paris, 1498). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Turin. National Library of the Turin University."

SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A. D. Roland, Charlemagnes nephew and the favorite of his twelve paladins
SONG OF ROLAND, 778 A.D. Roland, Charlemagnes nephew and the favorite of his twelve paladins, attacked with other Frankish forces (right) at Roncesvalles in the Pyrenees in 778 A.D

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"Verard: Illuminating the Pages of History" Step into a world where history comes alive through vibrant illustrations and intricate miniatures. Verard, the renowned 15th-century English publisher and bookseller, captured pivotal moments in time with his exquisite artworks. In one captivating scene, we witness the momentous meeting between Pope Adrian I and Charlemagne. The miniature from the incunabula Chronicles transports us back to an era of religious and political significance. Le Premier Volume de la bible en francoiz historiee et nouvellement imprimee, ca. 1501 showcases Verard's mastery as he brings biblical tales to life in vivid detail. Each stroke of his brush breathes new life into ancient stories. King Arthur and his valiant Knights at the Round Table stand tall in another masterpiece by Verard. This miniature exudes chivalry and honor as they prepare for battle against their foes. Gilead lends a helping hand to Perceval as they join forces to defeat twenty men—a testament to camaraderie depicted in an incunable that leaves us marveling at Verard's skillful storytelling through art. Charles VIII is presented with a book, capturing a moment of intellectual curiosity amidst royal grandeur. Verard's attention to detail shines through every page he creates. Lancelot du Lac takes center stage in yet another breathtaking illustration by Antoine Verard himself. The Gothic art style adds depth and intensity to Lancelot's heroic exploits on the battlefield. The Coronation of Louis the Pious immortalized on vellum reveals Verard's ability to capture regal splendor with illuminated printed woodcuts—an artistic feat that stands unmatched even today. Witnessing the Siege of a Town defended by Charles VI underlines not only historical events but also highlights how Verard masterfully combines color palettes within chromolitho prints—creating visual narratives that transport us back centuries ago. In a poignant moment, we witness the Death of St.