A leaf from a medieval Book of Hours (prayerbook)

Description

Description: A leaf from a medieval Book of Hours (prayerbook), 18 lines of text.

Date: c. 1467

Medium: Gothic script text with sepia ink, and red and blue highlights. This is a double sided leaf.

Paper: Vellum

Condition: Light edge tone, otherwise Excellent

Paper Size: (124mm) x (84mm) 4-7/8″ x 3-3/8″

Image Size: (88mm x (54mm) 3-1/8″ x 2″

ID #: P 5897

Leaves from this Book of Hours are Very Rare

Note: Please read item descriptions for accurate condition report. Due to digital photography, shades and coloring in artwork and/or mats can vary slightly from the actual color due to the light conditions under which the photos have been taken. Digital photography can at times cause slight distortion as well, for example straight lines in an image or on a mat can appear wavy or broken, particularly in close ups.

Please read item descriptions, as we will do our best to disclose all known conditions.

If you would like to see additional photos or close ups of this item, please feel free to contact us with your request.