Coronation Gospels
Because somebody commissioned him to. Works of art were always commissioned in those days.
The answer is the same for all works of art (before about 1600): somebody commissioned it.
They commissioned works by the artists.
During the Middle Ages art was mainly commissioned by The Church.
The three major client groups that commissioned Baroque art were the Catholic Church, which sought to inspire faith through dramatic and emotional works; monarchs and aristocrats, who used art to showcase their power and prestige; and wealthy merchants and civic organizations, who commissioned art for public spaces and private collections to demonstrate their wealth and cultural sophistication. These groups significantly influenced the themes and styles of Baroque art, leading to its dynamic and expressive characteristics.
-Art was commissioned by the church -Art was commissioned by patrons -Art was approved by royal academies -Art was displayed in galleries
The Catholic Church.
You can see the greatest rulers, namely Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, King David, and Charlemagne together in many works of art including paintings.
Middle ages: art commissioned by the churchRenaissance: art commissioned by wealthy peopleBaroque: art approved by royal academies20th century: art displayed in galleries
The acre estate inherited by the art patron who commissioned "Lobster Telephone" is named "Farleys." It belonged to Edward James, a notable British poet and art patron associated with the Surrealist movement. Farleys became a significant location for artistic gatherings and showcased many works by prominent artists of the time.
Renaissance
During the Middle Ages, art was primarily commissioned by the Church and religious institutions, as they played a central role in society and culture. Wealthy patrons, including nobility and royalty, also commissioned works to showcase their power and piety. This resulted in a focus on religious themes, with artists creating altarpieces, illuminated manuscripts, and sculptures that conveyed spiritual narratives. As a result, much of the art from this period reflects the values and beliefs of the time, centered around Christianity.