Medieval Book Of Hours Leaf, Northern France, c. 1470
Similar Sale History
View More Items in Books, Magazines & PapersRelated Books, Magazines & Papers
More Items in Books, Magazines & Papers
View MoreRecommended Collectibles
View MoreItem Details
Description
Medieval Book Of Hours Leaf, Northern France, c. 1470 A.D.
Original leaf from a large size medieval manuscript Book Of Hours. Sixteen lines of Latin text on animal vellum. Ruled in red with dark brown ink, in fine gothic textura script. Twelve one-line initials and seven line-extenders in gold on blue and mauve ground with delicate white tracery.
The one-line illuminated ÒTÓ begins Psalm 101:14-25: ÒTu exsurgens..Ó (Thou shalt arise and have mercy on Sion: for it is time to have mercy on it, for the time is come...).
Size:18 cm H - 7 1/16 inches
Material:Vellum
Culture:Medieval, Northern France, c.1470 A.D.
Free Worldwide shipping.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
Original leaf from a large size medieval manuscript Book Of Hours. Sixteen lines of Latin text on animal vellum. Ruled in red with dark brown ink, in fine gothic textura script. Twelve one-line initials and seven line-extenders in gold on blue and mauve ground with delicate white tracery.
The one-line illuminated ÒTÓ begins Psalm 101:14-25: ÒTu exsurgens..Ó (Thou shalt arise and have mercy on Sion: for it is time to have mercy on it, for the time is come...).
Size:18 cm H - 7 1/16 inches
Material:Vellum
Culture:Medieval, Northern France, c.1470 A.D.
Free Worldwide shipping.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
Condition
Intact
Buyer's Premium
- 23% up to $20,000.00
- 10% up to $100,000.00
- 5% above $100,000.00
Medieval Book Of Hours Leaf, Northern France, c. 1470
Estimate $500 - $600
Get approved to bid.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in London, ukSee Policy for Shipping
Payment
TOP