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Book of Beasts: The Bestiary in the Medieval World

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Book of Beasts: The Bestiary in the Medieval WorldA celebration of the visual contributions of the bestiaryone of the most popular types of illuminated books during the Middle Agesand an exploration of its lasting legacy. Brimming with lively animals both real and fantastic, the bestiary was one of the great illuminated manuscript traditions of the Middle Ages. Encompassing imaginary creatures such as the unicorn, siren, and griffin; exotic beasts including the tiger, elephant, and ape; as well as

A celebration of the visual contributions of the bestiary—one of the most popular types of illuminated books during the Middle Ages—and an exploration of its lasting legacy. Brimming with lively animals both real and fantastic, the bestiary was one of the great illuminated manuscript traditions of the Middle Ages.

Encompassing imaginary creatures such as the unicorn, siren, and griffin; exotic beasts including the tiger, elephant, and ape; as well as animals native to Europe like the beaver, dog, and hedgehog, the bestiary is a vibrant testimony to the medieval understanding of animals and their role in the world. So iconic were the stories and images of the bestiary that its beasts essentially escaped from the pages, appearing in a wide variety of manuscripts and other objects, including tapestries, ivories, metalwork, and sculpture.
 
With over 270 color illustrations and contributions by twenty-five leading scholars, this gorgeous volume explores the bestiary and its widespread influence on medieval art and culture as well as on modern and contemporary artists like Pablo Picasso and Damien Hirst.
 
Published to accompany an exhibition on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center May 14 to August 18, 2019.

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★★★★★ 2
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Ordered this pillow after staying at a Westin hotel. I should have returned it because it seemed different from the pillow at the hotel. It feels worn out and doesn’t keep its shape. Would not recommend.
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★★★★★ 3
Big high pillow, firmer than expected.
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This pillow could be a 5 for some people , and it was a 1 for us. Too high for our neck. Side sleepers. It’s probably very good for a back sleeper.
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Sunny
New York, US
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Sleep like in heaven. Every cent worth
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First time a slept on that pillow was on a trip to D. C. and we stayed in a Westin hotel. The best quality of beds, mattress and pillows I ever had!!! On the next morning I told the receptionist how great I slept and they told me, it’s to order. And the funny part is, they called “heavenly”
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Deek
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 2
Gave it 6 month trial before review
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I find it hard to believe these pillows are what is used in the hotels. I like Westin hotel pillows, but they are heavier than this particular pillow. I have used it for 6 months, now it flattens out and just feels like lightweight fluff with no support. It was good for about a month. I try to fluff it up every night to give some lift but I feel this will be thrown away soon. The search goes on.
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