ARH 1000 Florida International University The Harbaville Triptych Discussion
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Book of Kells, in full
The manuscript on vellum is the material.
Size: approximately 33 x 25 cm
Medieval Christian (Hiberno-Saxon) culture and civilization
Photo: The Book of Kells
Unknown artist, made by different monks
Year: Around the late eighth or early ninth century
Analysis:
One of the most recognizable and well-known works of art from the Medieval Christian era is the illuminated manuscript known as The Book of Kells. It was developed in what is now known as Ireland by numerous unnamed monks sometime in the late eighth or early ninth century. The four New Testament Gospels are included in the book, which is lavishly embellished with fine calligraphy, brilliant colors, and creative designs.
The importance of the Book of Kells’ historical and cultural context cannot be overstated. It is a prime example of the Hiberno-Saxon period’s creative and intellectual achievements, combining Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, and Christian elements. The elaborate knotwork, interlacing designs, and animal motifs exhibit the period’s artistic prowess while representing religious ideas like God’s eternal nature. The rich ornamentation of the book reflects a deep reverence for its sacred text.
The commitment and skill of the medieval monks who painstakingly made the Book of Kells are demonstrated by it. Additionally, it sheds light on early Christian Ireland’s theological, cultural, and artistic environment, revealing some of the complexity and sophistication of the time.
Sources:
The Book of Kells at Trinity College Dublin
The Book of Kells at the British Library
The Book of Kells in the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Please be aware that my analysis is the outcome of my education and the sources above.
QUESTION
Description
Research a piece of art from the Age of Faith: Medieval/Byzantine Eras, Early Christian Art, Early Islamic, Neo-Confucianism, Nataraja, or Maya.
In doing your research, give the piece some context. Go a bit beyond formal analysis and provide whatever information you feel is imperative in understanding the work of art you chose. As always, you can look back at content we have covered previously in this course to help with forming your analysis. And remember, your analysis can be critical – you don’t necessarily have to like the piece you choose to share.
1) Provide an image of the piece. Be sure to include the title, material, dimensions, artist, year and specifically which culture/faith/civilization it is from.
2) Give your analysis **5-7 sentences**
3) Cite your sources & link to websites you used
4) Reply to TWO other students
**Again, think about these discussions as a visit to a new museum each week and pick a piece that you feel strongly about!**
Some places to start searching:
https://artsandculture.google.com/Links to an external site.
https://www.metmuseum.org/Links to an external site.
https://www.oxfordartonline.com/Links to an external site.
https://www.clevelandart.org/art/departments/medieval-artLinks to an external site.
https://www.nga.gov/features/byzantine.htmlLinks to an external site.
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