The Rijmbejbel: The Oldest Illustrated Manuscript in Dutch Medieval and scholar Achille-Constant-Théodore-Émile Prisse d’Avennes

and scholar Achille-Constant-Théodore-Émile Prisse d’Avennes (1807–1879) is famed as one of the most influential Egyptologists

and the mentally ill

the Royal Tiger by Eugène Delacroix (1798-1863)

his works continue to inspire scholars

From its first edition published in the United States in 1943 to its recent adaptation as an animated feature film

The Rijmbejbel: The Oldest Illustrated Manuscript in Dutch Medieval and scholar Achille-Constant-Théodore-Émile Prisse d’AvennesThe oldest illustrated manuscript in Dutch contains a 13th century Rijmbijbel (Rhymed Bible) by Jacob van Maerlant, a biblical paraphrase in paired rhyme, followed by a history of the First Jewish Roman War, some decades after the death of Christ. The manuscript is lavishly illustrated, featuring no fewer than 159 precious miniatures. Due to its famous author, luxurious character, and the high artistic quality of its illuminations, it ranks among the