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The Berthold Sacramentary is a richly illuminated Romanesque liturgical manuscript made for Abbot Berthold of Weingarten Abbey in southern Germany during the early 13th century. A sacramentary contains prayers spoken by the celebrant during Mass, and this example combines such texts with full-page paintings, decorated initials, and extensive gold. It is preserved at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York as MS M.711.
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What is the Berthold Sacramentary?
The Berthold Sacramentary is a richly illuminated Romanesque liturgical manuscript created for Abbot Berthold of Weingarten Abbey. It contains the prayers recited by the celebrant during the Mass and is famous for its stunning gold leaf illustrations.
Where was the Berthold Sacramentary created?
The manuscript was produced in southern Germany during the early 13th century, specifically for the Benedictine Weingarten Abbey. It represents a peak of Romanesque manuscript illumination in the region.
Who illuminated the Berthold Sacramentary?
While the exact name of the primary artist is unknown, art historians refer to the creator as the Berthold Master. This anonymous illuminator was heavily influenced by earlier Ottonian and Byzantine artistic traditions.
Where can I view the Berthold Sacramentary today?
The original manuscript is preserved in the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York City (as MS M. 710). It is considered one of the greatest surviving masterpieces of medieval German art.
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