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Manuscript Leaf with Opening of The Book of Nehemias, from a Bible

ca. 1280–1300
Not on view
Illustrating the Biblical book that bears his name, Nehemias, cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes, traveled to Jerusalem and oversaw the rebuilding
of the city walls. Here he kneels before the king and receives permission to make the journey. The lively drawing emphasizes the dialogue between king and servant, who has just entered the king’s space (the initial), his back leg still trailing outside the curve of the letter V.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Manuscript Leaf with Opening of The Book of Nehemias, from a Bible
  • Date: ca. 1280–1300
  • Geography: Made in probably Paris, France
  • Culture: French
  • Medium: Tempera and gold on parchment
  • Dimensions: Overall: 15 15/16 x 10 11/16 in. (40.5 x 27.2 cm)
    Mat size: 21 15/16 x 15 15/16 in. (55.7 x 40.5 cm)
  • Classification: Manuscripts and Illuminations
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William D. Wixom, 1998
  • Object Number: 1998.538.1
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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