Illuminated manuscript photographs collection, approximately 1950–1959
This collection gathers together photographs of Byzantine and Armenian manuscript illuminations photographed by the Library of Congress, scholars, museums and other photograph archives. A significant portion of the collection reflects the research of Armeno-Byzantine art historian, Sirarpie Der Nersessian.
Access and Rights
Access to the collection is by appointment only. Schedule an appointment.
Dumbarton Oaks does not hold any of the rights to materials in this collection, however given that the photographs are largely two-dimensional representations of manuscripts in the public domain, researchers may request high-resolution images for publication. Request images.
Preferred citation: Illuminated manuscript photographs study collection, Dumbarton Oaks, Trustees for Harvard University, Washington, DC.
