The artwork titled “Decorative miniature. Coreus and the eagle catching the gazelle” was created by the artist Ende circa 975. This piece belongs to the Mozarabic art movement and is classified as a miniature. It is part of the “Gerona Beatus” series from 975.
The artwork features a vivid and intricately detailed illustration of Coreus and an eagle capturing a gazelle. The scene is set amidst stylized, colorful foliage with the figures prominently outlined and adorned with rich patterns and hues. The composition encapsulates the essence of Mozarabic artistry, characterized by its use of elaborate decorative elements and its synthesis of Visigothic and Islamic artistic influences. Above the miniature, the manuscript text, likely written in Latin, is meticulously inscribed with both regular and ornate lettering, enhancing the historical and cultural significance of this exquisite piece.
