An Illuminated Page From A 15th Or 16th-century Book Of Hours
This is a calendar leaf taken from an illuminated manuscript book of hours (probably from the 15th century), depicting saints with their Sunday letters and an illuminated initial or medallion at the bottom (featuring a bull or an ox, potentially symbolizing the zodiac sign of Taurus or the evangelist Saint Luke). Elements visible on the leaf:
- A list of saints in Gothic script (alternating gold, blue, and red letters, with colored and gilded fill bars in the margins), including names such as Saint George, Saint Mark, Saint Vital, Saint Peter the Martyr, etc.
- Marginal decorations:
- Illuminated borders characteristic of the Late Gothic/Renaissance style, featuring blue and gold acanthus leaf scrolls, stylized flowers, and a small animal (such as a dog or quadruped) on the left.
- Lower medallion: A circular medallion with a blue background containing a golden quadruped (ox or bull).
650 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Renaissance, Louis 13th
Condition: Good condition
Material: Paper
Width: 10cm
Height: 14,3cm
Reference (ID): 1837417
Availability: In stock
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