Manuscript N 7736 in Matenadaran The 11th century in the cultural life of medieval Armenia is significant for the creation of both architectural and pictorial monuments. A large number of valuable and interesting works of artistic illustration of books were created in different regions of Armenia according to the peculiar features of each region. The […]
The gospel of Haghpat
The gospel of Haghpat has its unique place among the 13th century manuscripts of Matenadaran (N6288). It was written and had been preserved in Haghpat Monastery for many years, by the name of which it is known today. The manuscript was reproduced in 1211 on the order of two wealthy brothers: Sahak and Araqel, then it […]
Treasures of Matenadaran: Translators’ Gospel
The best sample of Armenian miniature art that confines the development stages and at the same time develops new branches of miniature is N2743 manuscript of 1232 of Matenadaran which is illustrated by Grigor Tsaghkogh (Gregory Rising) and is known as Translators’ Gospel. Frontal miniatures in the Gospel are of special interest. According to the […]