Month: September 2025

What Are Medieval Manuscripts and Why Do They Matter? Medieval manuscripts are among the most captivating artefacts from the Middle Ages. Their intricate designs, devotional content, and historical significance continue to fascinate scholars, students, and art lovers alike. But what exactly are they, and why are they so important? To support our student-curated exhibition, Fragments of … Read more

Fragments of Devotion and Devotion to Fragments A Professor of Medieval English Literature Responds to the Barber’s New Exhibition The Barber’s stunning new exhibition Fragments of Devotion: A Sensory History of Illuminated Manuscript Cutting explores the sensual appeal of illuminated manuscripts. It takes us on a journey from the medieval origins of these gilded, exquisite … Read more