Illuminated Armenian Manuscript From The 12th Century

In this captivating closeup, an open book reveals the exquisite beauty of an illuminated Armenian manuscript from the 12th century. The delicate pages, carefully preserved over centuries, showcase the masterful work of T’oros Roslin, a prominent illuminator who significantly expanded the scope of manuscript illuminations during his time. The script, meticulously penned in Armenian, unfolds the history of the manuscript, offering a glimpse into the artistic and historical context of its creation. This particular masterpiece, crafted in 1262 at the scriptorium of Hromkla, stands as a testament to the flourishing artistic center of Armenian Cilicia under the patronage of Catholicos Constantine I. The book is adorned with a wealth of illustrations, including a whole cycle of images in the gospels—an innovation by T’oros Roslin that deviated from the traditional inclusion of only portraits of the evangelists. The high level of artistry is evident in the 15 miniatures and 67 smaller illustrations that grace the manuscript. The colophon on folio 406v provides a detailed account of the commissioning process, revealing that the work was undertaken at the request of the nephew of Catholicos Constantine, a priest also named T’oros. The images, bearing T’oros Roslin's unmistakable style, suggest the collaboration of several skilled assistants, although the overall quality remains exceptionally high. This particular manuscript, one of seven bearing T’oros Roslin’s signature, holds a special place within the Armenian church, cherished for its artistic brilliance.

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