France or Italy. Circa 1470 AD. Leaf (2.60”x3.74”). Medieval Book of Hours. VF.Electronic Auction 553 Manuscripts, Paper Sold For $ 130. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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France or Italy. Circa 1470 AD. Leaf (2.60”x3.74”). Medieval Book of Hours. Illuminated leaf containing prayers. With attractive floral decoration on three sides. From a prayer book worthy of someone of some means for the time. Gold, red, green, and blue illumination. Ink intact. Minor browning and tiny tears at edge. Old code and price penciled in at lower margin. Faint spacing lines visible. VF. |