
A manuscript Codex, West German, in 2 parts written in red and black by two scribes. 61 pages of text followed by 54 full page multi-coloured drawings illustrating the making of gunpowder and its use, and various instruments of war.
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Title of artwork, date
Manuscript, 1450
Date supported
1950
Medium and material
Manuscript
Grant
550
Total cost
550
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