Initial R from a Choral Book with King David(?)

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Initial R from a Choral Book with King David(?)

Guglielmo Giraldi del Magri [or del Magro]LinkedCulture matchlcp-d1b3844f4dc5

Date
c. 1470–1480
Medium
ink, tempera and gold on vellum
Culture
Italy, Ferrara, 15th century
Department
Medieval Art
Institution
Cleveland Museum of Art
Object ID
130489

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This sumptuous initial is painted in deep hues set against a burnished gold ground in order to achieve a rich jewellike effect. The design of the letter incorporates such motifs as gemstones, pearls, and classical cameos—much favored by Renaissance princes—to add further refinement to the image.

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Credit line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
Provenance
Lady Northwick | Lady Northwick

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