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Lot 426: 16th Century Book of Hours Illuminated Manuscript on Vellum
2025-03-22T14:00:00Z
Start price: $40
Estimated price: $300 - $600
Lot 426:
16th Century Book of Hours Illuminated Manuscript on Vellum
Description
16th century N. France Saints Katherine, Margaret and Mary Magdalene Gold Leaf and Tempera on Vellum. Script written in a letter batarde in dark brown ink. Several initials on gold and on a ground of blue or burgundy with white tracery. Three saints are in images. Saint Katherine is seen in a landscape holding a sword and book, Saint Margaret, the patron saint od childbirth holding a cross and Saint Mary Magdalene is shown in landscape holding a ointment jar. Measuring approx 8" h x 5.75" w. Great color pigments as shown. All these from one collection and most bought from Mackus Company Illuminated manuscripts and Historical documents as shown in receipts. Good condition, see photos
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