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André-Jean Hachette

French, born 1873

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This is a photograph of a medieval manuscript page displaying musical notation and text. The manuscript features a series of horizontal red lines forming staves on which square black notes are placed. The text, written in Latin, is in a decorative medieval script with several lines in black ink and some in red ink. At the beginning of some lines, elaborate illuminated initials are used, with one in blue and red with intricate detailing. The page’s material appears to be vellum, highlighted by subtle aging and natural texture visible in the photograph. The composition suggests this is a page from a liturgical book, possibly used for Gregorian chant or another form of medieval sacred music.
Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century, Leaf 7 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275, red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.13

Leaf 7 from an antiphonal fragment

Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.13

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page with musical notation and a decorative initial in the style of medieval manuscript illumination. The page includes Gregorian chant notation with block neumes on a staff with red lines, accompanied by Latin text in black and red ink. There is a large decorated initial 'Q' in red and blue in the lower left corner, filled with scrollwork and a miniature scene of two figures, one with a halo. The page is embellished with decorative elements such as elongated tendrils, and the vellum has an aged appearance.
Master of Imola, Italian 13th Century, Isaac Sending Esau Out to Hunt, c. 1275, miniature in tempera on leaf 7 (verso) of an antiphonal fragment on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.14

Isaac Sending Esau Out to Hunt

Master of Imola, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · miniature in tempera on leaf 7 (verso) of an antiphonal fragment on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.14

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page with music notation and a decorative initial. The illumination includes a scene surrounded by floral and geometric patterns. The scene is within an initial letter on a blue background with golden embellishments, depicting figures. The border is detailed with curls, leaves, and mythical creatures in blues, reds, and golds. The right side contains lines of musical notation on four-line staves, alongside text in calligraphic script.
Master of Imola, Italian 13th Century, The Three Maries at the Tomb with the Angel of the Resurrection, c. 1275, miniature in tempera on leaf 1 of an antiphonal fragment on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.1

The Three Maries at the Tomb with the Angel of the Resurrection

Master of Imola, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · miniature in tempera on leaf 1 of an antiphonal fragment on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.1

This is a photograph of a medieval manuscript page featuring musical notation and text on parchment. The page displays a Latin chant, with Gothic-style black text and neumatic musical notation on a series of horizontal red lines. The illustrations include decorative initials in shades of blue and red, some of which are adorned with flourish detailing. The notes appear as diamond and square-shaped neumes, typical of Gregorian chant notation.
Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century, Leaf 2 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275, red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.3

Leaf 2 from an antiphonal fragment

Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.3

This is a photograph of a page from a medieval musical manuscript. The page shows music notation with square notes on four-line staves using the neumatic notation system. The accompanying text is in Latin with elaborate initial letters and intricate decoration in red and blue. The manuscript showcases the craftsmanship of medieval scribes on aged parchment paper, providing insights into historical musical and cultural practices.
Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century, Leaf 4 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275, red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.8

Leaf 4 from an antiphonal fragment (verso)

Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.8

This is a photograph of a page from an illuminated Gregorian chant manuscript. The page has a series of horizontal red lines that serve as a musical staff, with square black musical notes above. The text is in Latin script, interspersed with the notes. There is an elaborate initial letter 'R' with blue and red detailing. The parchment appears old with discoloration and wear.
Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century, Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275, red and brown ink with decorated initial in red and blue on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.16

Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment (verso)

Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · red and brown ink with decorated initial in red and blue on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.16

This is a photograph of a medieval musical manuscript. The image shows a page from an illuminated manuscript containing neumatic notation. The notations are written on horizontal red lines, with the lyrics and instructions written in black and red ink. The page features an ornate capital letter "N," embellished with intricate detailing in shades of blue and orange. The manuscript consists of Latin text, likely part of a religious or liturgical chant, and the overall design indicates it may have been used in a monastic or ecclesiastical setting for choral singing. The color and style of the manuscript are typical of medieval European manuscripts.
Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century, Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275, red and brown ink with decorated initial in tempera on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.5

Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment

Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · red and brown ink with decorated initial in tempera on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.5

This is a photograph of an illuminated manuscript page with medieval musical notation. The image shows a page from a medieval manuscript featuring lines of musical notation written on a parchment. The page is divided into several staves by horizontal red lines, with black square notes above fragments of Latin text. The text is in a Gothic script and is minimally adorned with a decorative initial combining red and blue ink with a swirling design. The page has a worn appearance and a slightly yellowed hue. The layout suggests that this document was used for liturgical purposes, reading and singing hymns.
Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century, Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment, c. 1275, red and brown ink with decorated initial in red and blue on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.15

Leaf 8 from an antiphonal fragment

Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · red and brown ink with decorated initial in red and blue on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.15

The image displays a low point of view of a stone bridge spanning across a waterway. The bridge arches overhead, supported by large columns. Smoke trails can be seen above the bridge, with detailed buildings in the distance. The etching shows fine lines and cross-hatching for texture and depth, creating a realistic appearance. The color palette is dominated by sepia tones. Rowboats and wooden structures are close by, while the midsection features the massive arches of the bridge. Urban buildings and shadows can be seen in the distance.
Charles Meryon, Auguste Delâtre, Le Pont Neuf, Paris, 1853, etching and drypoint on green laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.6169

Le Pont Neuf, Paris

Charles Meryon, Auguste Delâtre · 1853 · etching and drypoint on green laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.6169

The image depicts a parchment page from a medieval manuscript. It displays musical notation along with Latin text written in a clear Gothic script. The page features a five-line red staff for the musical notation, represented by square neumes in black ink. Some initial letters are ornately decorated with red and blue illumination. Red markings are present on the page, likely indicating verses or musical pauses. The overall appearance is typical of illuminated manuscripts from the medieval period.
Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century, Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment (verso), c. 1275, red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum, Gift of Mr. Ladislaus and Beatrix von Hoffmann, 2009.1.1.6

Leaf 3 from an antiphonal fragment (verso)

Italian 13th Century, Italian 13th Century · c. 1275 · red and brown ink with decorated initials in red and blue on vellum ·  Accession ID  2009.1.1.6