Tag: Medieval
Ireland’s Oldest and Largest Medieval Book Shrine Goes on Public View for the First Time — Colossal
The discovery of the Lough Kinale Book Shrine in Ireland's County Longford in 1986 marked a significant moment…
Medieval ‘testicle dagger’ lives up to its name
Excavation work at a medieval fortress in Gothenburg, Sweden has unearthed a fascinating array of archeological finds after…
Internet Misinformation Is the New Medieval Magical Thinking
Exploring the History of Iconophages: A Unique Perspective Iconophages: A History of Ingesting Images by Jérémie Koering delves…
Medieval tapestry’s penis count remains a bone of contention
The Bayeux Tapestry is a fascinating piece of medieval art that tells the story of the Norman conquest…
Rare books covered with seal skin hint at a medieval trade network
Science continues to unlock the mysteries of the past, this time shedding light on the unexpected beneficiaries of…
More Medieval Texts Were Scribed by Women Than Previously Believed
Women in Medieval Manuscript Production: A Closer Look at Female Scribes A recent study published in Nature has…
The Bold and Innovative Aesthetics of Medieval Artists
The exhibition "Treasures of the Medieval World" at Luhring Augustine offers a rare opportunity for visitors to experience…
Pet store crossbow assailant ‘crouched’ and hid before shooting owner in medieval attack
A shocking incident unfolded at Birds by Joe 2, a pet store in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, when…
Uncovered Medieval Tattoos Flesh Out a Misunderstood Practice
Tattoos have a long and rich history, with recent archaeological finds shedding light on this ancient art form.…
Medieval Crowns and Scepters Discovered Hidden Inside the Walls of a Crypt Beneath a Lithuanian Cathedral
In a stunning discovery, researchers have unearthed a hidden treasure trove of royal regalia in the crypts of…
See How Modern Artists Obsessed With Death and Darkness Looked to Medieval Gothic Artworks for Inspiration
The Garden of Death, Hugo Simberg, 1896 Jenni Nurminen / Finnish National Gallery / Ateneum Art Museum During the…