Jean Miélot

Jean Miélot was a 15th-century French manuscript illuminator and author, known for his contributions to the production of illustrated books during the Renaissance. He worked in the court of the Duke of Burgundy and is recognized for his detailed illustrations and decorative styles that blended Gothic and early Renaissance elements. Miélot’s most notable work includes his translations and adaptations of various texts, bringing literature to a broader audience. His nuanced understanding of visual storytelling helped popularize illustrated manuscripts, making them accessible and appealing to both nobility and the emerging middle class of the time.