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Book of Hours

Unknown artist, 1300–1400

Volume of 138 leaves, mostly in gothic hand. At the beginning of the manuscript are 7 full-page illuminations, on gold grounds within architectural settings & with border foliation. There are also 10 pages with illuminated initials & full bar borders.

More information

Title of artwork, date

Book of Hours, 1300–1400

Date supported

1960

Medium and material

Paper, calf binding & gold

Dimensions

17 x 12 cm

Grant

350

Total cost

2600

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