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Early Illuminated Manuscript Historiated Initial

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Historiated initial under glass, apparently cut from a larger illuminated Gospel or antiphonal manuscript. Pigments and gold leaf. Minor losses. Approx. 5 3/8" x 6 3/4".

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Early Illuminated Manuscript Historiated Initial

Name: Early Illuminated Manuscript Historiated Initial
SKU: 82673915
Price: 480 USD
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