The "Reichenau Book Painting" package offers a comprehensive insight into the fascinating world of book painting on the island of Reichenau between 850 and 1070 AD. This era was characterized by the production of magnificent illuminated manuscripts that not only met the needs of the monastery but also reached the royal court. Under the leadership of Abbot Bern of Reichenau, book art experienced a flourishing period that is unparalleled in Western book painting. The book addresses the most significant works of this time, including the first detailed Life of Christ cycle, as well as other extraordinary depictions such as the Death of Mary and the Harrowing of Hell. The Reichenau School of Painting is distinguished by its unique themes and the use of Byzantine elements that had a lasting impact on book painting. This work is not only a chronological account but also a profound engagement with the art and culture of the Middle Ages.

• Chronological tour of Reichenau book painting from 850 to 1070 AD
• Comprehensive analysis of the most significant illuminated manuscripts of the Reichenau School of Painting
• Focus on the first Life of Christ cycle in Western book painting
• Inclusion of Byzantine subjects and the use of gold backgrounds
• Detailed examination of unusual themes such as the Death of Mary and the Harrowing of Hell.