Evangelist Matthew
Type:
Miniature
Period:
The first half of the
15 century
Dimmensions (cm):
27.5
/ 19
Location
Country: Bulgaria
Province: Sofia
Town: Sofia
Other location: Cyril and Methodius National Library
Object identification notes
Miniature from the Four Gospels of Hieromonk Nicodemus
Description
A traditional compositional treatment of the theme.
Iconographical technique: Drawing with ink and gilding
Gold was used. The development of the images is typical of miniature during this period.
Base material: Paper
