What if the most famous brands we know today existed hundreds of years ago?
The word cartoon first came into existence in the beginning of the Renaissance to refer to a study in preparation for a more permanent work of art, such as a painting. Later, in the 19th century the word "cartoon" came to refer to a comic picture with satirical or exaggerated graphic features--as in today's comic books, newspaper funnies, political cartoons, and graphic novels. However, this leaves out the marginalia of medieval prayerbooks and hymnals. Here, surrounding the image of veneration--a saint, a scene from the life of Christ and of Mary, or a scene from the Old Testament, and calendars, or surrounding the musical notations in hymnals--a rich subterranean and often comic pictorial life flourishes in the marginalia. For example, we see below that animals are often playing music in the marginalia--forerunners to the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, the Musicians of Bremen. All animals, not just the birds, it seems, had some kind of musical talent back then, even dragons (see last picture).
The researcher behind the viral art history-inspired social account Weird Medieval Guys offers advice on how to live, laugh and love in dark times.
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Rachel explores the concept of the snake that eats itself, musings on time and the line between hope and terror.
Mythical Realms: A Coloring Book of Medieval Adventures is a captivating coloring book that brings to life the world of knights, kings, dragons, wizards, magic, castles, and vikings. Featuring intricate illustrations of mythical creatures, epic battles, and enchanting landscapes, this coloring book is perfect for children and adults alike who love to explore the imaginative realm of medieval times. With over 30 pages of beautifully detailed illustrations, Mythical Realms invites you to unleash your creativity and personalize each scene with your own unique touch. From valiant knights fighting fierce dragons to powerful wizards conjuring spells in towering castles, each page offers a new adventure waiting to be brought to life through color. Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day, bond with your children, or simply indulge in the joy of coloring, Mythical Realms: A Coloring Book of Medieval Adventures is a must-have addition to any coloring book collection. So grab your pencils, markers, or paints, and let your imagination run wild with the magical world of Mythical Realms.
Everyone liked the color charts I test printed for "Basilisk" so much, so I made a nice version complete with weird medieval marginalia guys: https://t.co/UmBDymz5wU
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Beyond the borders of maps, where the limits of exploration fell to imagination, medieval artists and authors created monsters.
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Cover title: Medieval ornament from the 11th to the 14th century
If you're looking for some inspiration for your next tattoo, or just want to see some of the most creative and well-done pieces out there, the subreddits r/tattoo and r/tattoos are the perfect places to start.
Blog following the current projects of uk Illustrator and typographer Amy Holliday, who creates exquisite mixed-media designs.
Morris & Co Leicester in Woad and Sage. Inspired by the earlier design, Bachelors Button of 1892, this evocative wallpaper encapsulates the romance of the medieval past that so inspired Morris and was designed by John Henry Dearle in 1912.
Learn all about the medieval manuscript making process with a fascinating but short documentary, several living books, and simple DIY project.
