Belgium, Bruges. Circa AD 1450. Leaf (3.94”x5.47”). Medieval Book of Hours. VF.Electronic Auction 555 Manuscripts, Paper Sold For $ 160. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Belgium, Bruges. Circa AD 1450. Leaf (3.94”x5.47”). Medieval Book of Hours. Illuminated leaf containing psalms interspersed with prayers. This leaf containing Psalm 129 in the Vulgate between prayers. From a prayer book worthy of someone of modest means for the time. Gold, red, and blue illumination. Ink intact. Slight browning and tiny tears at edge. Faint spacing markings visible. Minor wrinkle. Old price and code penciled in at lower margin. VF. |