Illumination in art received its first impetus with the introduction of Parchment. Parchment, as a receiving medium, had distinct advantages over the earlier form of Papyrus, being less brittle at the edges, and withstanding corrections and expunging better. Moreover, Parchment had a freer surface and thus proved to be the spark of life that gave birth to Illumination in manuscript.

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