1101
vellum
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Initials V and D is a 1101 by German 12th Century, held at National Gallery of Art.
This page shows two big circles with swirling patterns inside. Each circle has a small figure at the center, dressed in robes. The lines are red and black, and the colors are mostly faded golds, greens, and blues. The background is plain, but the circles stand out. The letters at the bottom are old-style writing. These designs were likely part of a book, not a standalone painting. The artist filled tiny spaces with lots of detail. Look up German 12th Century to see more art from this time.
These 12th-century German artists painted tiny, glowing scenes on animal skin. Their brushes traced saints in gold-streaked robes and dramatic moments like Jesus on the cross. Every inch bristles with detail—swirling…
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