Terrestrial Mollusk, Poppy Anemone, and Crane Fly from Mira Calligraphiae Monumenta (1561–1596) by Georg Bocskay and Joris Hoefnagel.
Georg Bocskaywas a Hungarian calligrapher active in the 16th century. His most famous contribution is the Mira Calligraphiae Monumenta, created around 1561–1562 for the Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand I. This manuscript is a lavish display of calligraphy, and later, Joris Hoefnagel illuminated it with beautiful naturalistic illustrations (flowers, insects, etc.).
Joris Hoefnagel (1542–1601) Joris Hoefnagel was a celebrated Flemish artist, illuminator, and cartographer, renowned for his exquisite detail and precision. Born in Antwerp, Hoefnagel is best known for his collaboration on the Mira Calligraphiae Monumenta, where he illuminated Georg Bocskay’s calligraphic masterpiece with stunning miniatures of flowers, insects, and animals. His work beautifully bridges the worlds of science and art, showcasing Renaissance fascination with nature’s intricacies. Hoefnagel also contributed to early cartography and created detailed city views and landscapes, leaving a lasting impact on both botanical illustration and decorative arts.
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