Hezilo Gospels

975–1050

Not on view

Returned to lender

This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Each of the four books of the Hezilo Gospels is introduced by a colorful, full-page portrait of the Evangelist immersed in writing it. Above each figure is his respective symbol encircled by excerpts from the Carmen Paschale, a poem about the Bible written in the fifth century. Although the gospel book was traditionally linked to Hezilo, bishop of Hildesheim in 1054–79, it likely dates to the time of Bishop Bernward (r. 993–1022).

Artwork Details

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Title: Hezilo Gospels
Date: 975–1050
Culture: German (Hildesheim ?)
Medium: Opaque paint, gold, and silver on parchment
Dimensions: Overall: 12 x 9 1/4 in. (30.5 x 23.5 cm)
Overall (Footprint Dimensions): 11 13/16 x 18 1/8 in. (30 x 46 cm)
Classification: Manuscripts and Illuminations
Credit Line: Dom-Museum Hildesheim (DS 34)
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters