Manuscripts and Books

Revisiting a Florentine Master

New research on Pacino di Bonaguida, a central figure in the rise of the Renaissance in Florence.

Bryan C. Keene | August 4, 2014

Chivalry gets a 21st-century, multi-generational spin through these artists’ workshops.

Contribute to a collective digital rulebook, now through November 30.

What a season it was. Let’s watch it again, manuscripts in hand.

Bryan C. Keene | June 28, 2014

Hear medieval manuscripts read aloud. First up: Ge’ez, the language of the Ethiopian church.

Bryan C. Keene | June 13, 2014

A new exhibition pairs rare books from the 15th to 18th centuries with Los Angeles graffiti artists.

Jia-Rui Cook | June 7, 2014

Abstraction was no modern innovation—it’s been an integral part of art across the centuries.

Bryan C. Keene | May 30, 2014

Do these manuscripts contain the secrets to the “Game of Thrones” season finale?

Newly acquired “book of friends” provides insight into European contact with the Ottoman Empire.

David Brafman | April 17, 2014

In honor of Slow Art Day, six artworks that reward you for taking your sweet time.

Annelisa Stephan | April 11, 2014

Creative editorial practices, courtesy of the Middle Ages.

Bryan C. Keene | April 8, 2014

Books our favorite “Game of Thrones” characters should consult before heading into season 4.

Bryan C. Keene | April 4, 2014