Medieval Illuminated BoH Lf. Small Miniature Of St George Fighting Dragonc. 1450
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:59239798 | Binding: Vellum |
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Tuscany Books offers:An illuminated decorative manuscript leaf from a fragment of a medieval Book of Hours, which most likely was produced in a French scriptorium around 1450. The historiated large initial shows St. George fighting a weird looking dragon.Size of the leaf : ca. 6.6" x 4.2"(168 mm x... 106 mm). Condition: As shown, on fine vellum in excellent condition with traces of use and evidence of storing or ageing: almost imperceptible toning of the vellum, soiling or staining, edge flaws, original flaws in the vellum, etc. Pictured : Both sides of the leaf for sale. The original vellum leaf looks better than the poorly potographed renditions.Please note: I never restore or treat my items with chemicals to enhance their appearance. Therefore, you can be confident that this item will not deteriorate beyond the natural aging process. Similar Items: For similar items, please see all of my listings. Please “click” on the blue link “View seller’s other items” at the top of the listing, under our seller name “tuscanybooks.” About Tuscany Books: I have been in this business for over thirty five years. I deal in rare books, prints and maps. All my items are original prints or manuscripts; I carry no reproductions. My Guarantee: I guarantee my items 100% in authenticity and customer satisfaction. My return policy: I offer a full money-back guarantee of the purchase price if I am notified within 14 days after the buyer receives the merchandise. I will gladly accept my merchandise back if (1) it is in the same condition as at the time sold and (2) it is mailed back to me with full insurance.
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Tuscany Books offers:An illuminated decorative manuscript leaf from a fragment of a medieval Book of Hours, which most likely was produced in a French scriptorium around 1450. The historiated large initial shows St. George fighting a weird looking dragon.Size of the leaf : ca. 6.6" x 4.2"(168 mm x... 106 mm). Condition: As shown, on fine vellum in excellent condition with traces of use and evidence of storing or ageing: almost imperceptible toning of the vellum, soiling or staining, edge flaws, original flaws in the vellum, etc. Pictured : Both sides of the leaf for sale. The original vellum leaf looks better than the poorly potographed renditions.Please note: I never restore or treat my items with chemicals to enhance their appearance. Therefore, you can be confident that this item will not deteriorate beyond the natural aging process. Similar Items: For similar items, please see all of my listings. Please “click” on the blue link “View seller’s other items” at the top of the listing, under our seller name “tuscanybooks.” About Tuscany Books: I have been in this business for over thirty five years. I deal in rare books, prints and maps. All my items are original prints or manuscripts; I carry no reproductions. My Guarantee: I guarantee my items 100% in authenticity and customer satisfaction. My return policy: I offer a full money-back guarantee of the purchase price if I am notified within 14 days after the buyer receives the merchandise. I will gladly accept my merchandise back if (1) it is in the same condition as at the time sold and (2) it is mailed back to me with full insurance.
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