15th - 16th C. illuminated leaf from Book of Hours in Latin from the Hymnus Sancti Ambroslii et Augustini or the Hymn of Saints Ambrose and Augustine: Hymn of Saints Ambose and Augustine. Meticullously hand colored and drawn with the finest detail and illustrations. Examiniation using magnification reveals almost microscopic gold or gold colored flakes painstakingly added at borders. On the reverse a beautiful illustration with the Virgin Mary and Child looking over the city in the distance, with the caption "Deus, in adiutorium meum intende" and the response "Domine, ad adiuvandum me festina. Gloria patri et filio: et fpi". Measures 7 1/8 by 4 5/8 inches

Note: We believe Lots 642, 643, 644, 645 and 646 are all from the same Book of Hours.

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Provenance: Received "as is" from a storage unit auction in Massachusetts.

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Leaf may have some soiling and wear, especially at edges. Please review photos and scans closely to better determine condition. We are willing to take addtional photos. If desired, please reach out to us with your request and we will do our best to accomodate you.