MINIATURIST, German
(active 1175-1188 in Helmarshausen)

Gospels of Henry the Lion

1175-88
Manuscript (Cod. Guelf. 105 Noviss. 2), 340 x 255 mm
Herzog-August-Bibliothek, Wolfenbüttel

The picture representing St Mark shows an abundance of ornamentation, pictorial architectural elements, and a decorative script. A striking feature is the combination of different patterns such as meander, rosette friezes or plain framing.