Also reproductions of medieval and viking jewelry and costume accessories. Najlepsze obrazy na tablicy gaston phoebus book of the hunt. Book of hunting of gaston iii phoebus facsimile edition. What a piece of work is a man part v the body in pieces. Muckley 86 hunting gaston phoebus book of hunting circa 1400 catching hares historical antiquities and artifacts such as spurs, buckles, buttons an more. A contemporary historian recorded that the three special delights that gaston phoebus preferred were arms, love and hunting. The hunting book of gaston phebus by danthenaise, claude.
Written in french, the treatise is in five parts, which successively describe the habits of several types of game animals. The hunting book of gaston phebus by phebus, gaston and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Gaston febus also spelt phoebus 30 april 31 91 was the eleventh count of foix as gaston iii and viscount of bearn as gaston x from 43 until his death. In this book, gaston febus presents hunting as an act of redemption enabling hunters to go straight to heaven. The french text, written by the colourful figure gaston phebus, count of foix, between 87 and 89, contains not only technical details about the practice of huntsmanship in the 14th century, but also exact descriptions of the wild animals which were then hunted. Its pages are illustrat ed with 87 miniatures of outstanding quality that rank amongst the most attractive exam. Drawing after gaston phebus book of hunting circa late 14th century ms francais 616 in the bibliotethque national paris, france drawing after a british manuscript of the building of st. The hunting book of gaston phebus paris, bibliotheque nationale, ms fr. The hunting book of gaston phebus is one of my more bizarre finds in a while. This reproduction of the french text written by gaston phebus between 87 and 89, with its enchanting miniature, vigorous script, wide decorative borders. Published by harvey miller publishers 1998 isbn 10.
The hunting book of gaston phebus by gaston phebus goodreads. Since the manuscript was disboundfor reasons of conservation and the preparation of a facsimilethe exhibition provides a unique opportunity for the public to walk through the manuscript as well as to. Wool gaston phoebus tunic revival clothing company. Gaston phoebus hunting book france, early fifteenth century paris, bnf, department of manuscripts, french fol. Indeed, looking beyond the hunting context, this original and personal treatise is above all a child of its times, an era characterised by a pervading idea of sin and fear of damnation. Recorded in the book are different stages of hunting different animals, as well as describing animal behavior, offering advice to less welloff gentry about how to enjoy hunting without bankrupting themselves, and is even sympathetic to the peasant poacher.
The hunting book of gaston phebus brepols publishers. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The texts author, gaston phebus, was an important political and military leader known for the magnificence and sophistication of his household. Gaston iii, count of foix, was nicknamed phoebus because of his golden hair. With its eightyseven enchanting miniatures, vigorous gothic script, wide decorative borders and. Besides surprising and curious details, the reader will find extended passages of familiar facts and even modern tricks of the trade allowing him to reflect his own experience and see whether the evidence permits bridging. Of the 44 known manuscripts with gaston phebuss text most of them dating from. Being a physical activity requiring a certain expertise, hunting is indeed an excellent way of avoiding the idle hands for which the devil finds work, keeping the body and mind well occupied and thus avoiding all temptation. See more ideas about gaston, medieval and medieval art. The hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in miniature s. Since the manuscript was disboundfor reasons of conservation and the preparation of a facsimilethe exhibition provides a unique opportunity for the public.
The art of hunting was a passion for gaston iii 843, the lord of the shire of foix and bearn, who, like the god of sun apollo was called phoebus because. Gaston was immensely rich, unlucky in love, delighted to compose poetry, and passionate about hunting, for which he commissionedthe book of the hunt in 89. The hunting book of gaston phebus is different from many other manuscripts in that its topic is not religious. The miniatures illustrate the four books of the treatise, which deal with gentle and.
He was a secondtier noble whose domain was bearn, bordering the pyrenees in southwestern france. All about hunting in his book of the hunt, gaston phoebus describes the animals of the chase, their character and behaviour. Buy the hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in miniature s. Its 87 miniatures are mostly painted on stencil pattern backgrounds and are. It was dedicated to philip the bold, duke of burgundy.
Zobacz wiecej pomyslow na temat miniatury, sredniowiecze i sredniowieczny. Dedicated to philipp the bold, it is concerned with the theme of courtly hunting and presents itself as a comprehensive textbook on the subject. The art of hunting was a passion for gaston iii 843, the lord of the shire of foix and bearn, who like the god of sun apollo was called phoebus because of his golden hair. Gaston ii, count of foix and also known by the epithet phoebus, composed a work in the 14th century that made him unforgettable. A charming 15thcentury manuscript with 87 miniatures, wide decorative borders and beautiful foriated initials. The hardcover of the the hunting book of gaston phebus. Book of the hunt, written in 87, was the most popular guide for hunters. Linen gaston phoebus tunic revival clothing company. The hunting book of gaston phebus by claud christian. In this book, gaston phoebus presents hunting as an act of redemption enabling hunters to go straight to heaven. Of the 44 known manuscripts with gaston phebus s text most of them dating from. The hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in mi. The count had a difficult temperament and an eventful life, and was a great hunter and particularly fond of hunting and books on hunting and falconry. Febus was one of the greatest huntsmen of his day and his treatise became the standard text on medieval hunting techniques.
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