Buy the hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in miniature s. Gaston iii, count of foix from 43, who made foix one of the most influential and powerful domains in france. Najlepsze obrazy na tablicy gaston phoebus book of the. 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. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. As the lords eldest son, he was given the name, gaston. Its pages are illustrat ed with 87 miniatures of outstanding. A very popular work at a time when hunting played a major role in noble circles, the great echo made by the book of the hunt by gaston phoebus was only natural. Find the hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in mi. The texts author, gaston phebus, was an important political and military leader known for the magnificence and sophistication of his household. In its classic spelling, phoebus, it is one of the names of the sungod, apollo, and is apt because of gaston febuss golden hair. The hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in miniature.
There is certainly some indication that the illustrator was inspired by books other than. 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. Fullsize color reproduction of the entire original document, book of hunting of gaston iii phoebus. Gaston was very passionate hunter and he hunted for whole of his life. Drawing after a british manuscript of the building of st. The hunting book of gaston phebus brepols publishers. A handsome man hence the surname phoebus, his court in southern france was famous for its luxury. 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. See more ideas about gaston, medieval and medieval books. Muckley 86 hunting the hunting book of gaston phebus. What a piece of work is a man part v the body in pieces. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. France, ariege, foix, illuminated manuscript of the book of hunting, venery medieval book composed between 87 and 89 by gaston phoebus gaston iii of foixbearn, count of foix and bearn f25fhy from alamys library of millions. Book of hunting of gaston iii phoebus facsimile edition.
In the years 8789, gaston iii, count of foix and baarn in the south of. Gaston was born either in orthez or foix, the eldest son of gaston iiix 843. The hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in miniature schlag, wilhelm on. The hunting book by gaston phoebus illuminated manuscripts gabriel bise, j. 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. The hunting book of gaston phebus by claud christian preface. 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. The hunting book of gaston phebus by gaston phebus goodreads. This reproduction of the french text written by gaston phebus between 87 and 89, with its enchanting miniature, vigorous script, wide decorative borders and beautiful initials, can be counted among the most seductive creations of parisian book illumination of the early 15th century. The hunting book of gaston phebus manuscripts in mi. The hunting book of gaston phebus by danthenaise, claude. His native language was gascon a dialect of occitan, but he was. Wool gaston phoebus tunic revival clothing company.
Drawing after gaston phebus book of hunting circa late 14th century ms francais 616 in the bibliotethque national paris, france. It features 87 miniatures embellished with the generous application of gold leaf, but what makes the text unique is its author. Top 10 medieval games that may or may not kill you. The passionate hunter also deals in detail with coursing, the pursuit of game by hounds hunting by sight. The hunting book of gaston phebus by phebus, gaston and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Gaston iii, count of foix, was nicknamed phoebus because of his golden hair. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The treatise included a section on the nature and care of dogs, as they played an important role in the hunt. The hunting book of gaston phebus by claud christian. Book of the hunt, written in 87, was the most popular guide for hunters. 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. This reproduction of the french text written by gaston phebus between 87 and 89, with its enchanting miniature, vigorous script, wide decorative borders. Linen gaston phoebus tunic revival clothing company.