A Life Illuminated: Gerard Horenbout and the Flourishing of Flemish Miniature Painting Gerard Horenbout, born in Ghent around 1465, stands as a pivotal figure bridging the late medieval tradition of manuscript illumination with the burgeoning Renaissance aesthetic. He wasn’t merely a painter; he was an artisan whose skill extended across diverse mediums – stained glass, tapestry design, ironwork, and panel painting all fell within his purview. However, it is for his exquisite miniatures that Horenbout secured his lasting reputation, becoming one of the last great masters in a tradition deepl…