One of the largest bodies of medieval and Renaissance art on paper is hidden in the manuscript collections of Philadelphia's libraries and museums. Comprised of over 500 bound volumes and 2,000 individual leaves, this group of collections contains thousands of miniature paintings depicting religious scenes, classical tales, historical events, and medieval romances. Between 100 and 120 of the most beautiful of these illuminated manuscripts will be on display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Leaves of Gold exhibition. The exhibition also includes a section on the methods and materials of manuscript production. This is an excellent exhibition for classes studying the Middle Ages or the Renaissance.
Teachers receive preparatory materials prior to their visit.
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