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Breviary for Rome Use France, Paris, c. 1310 Historiated Initial S with Three Marys and an Angel at the Tomb of Christ. This small (2 3/4" x 2"), thick volume is a breviary, a book that contains all the texts necessary for saying the Divine Office (the daily round of prayers recited by priests, monks, and nuns). Despite its size, the illumination is of high quality. Ivy leaves surround the text and the initial letter opening the office for Easter Sunday is filled with minute figures set against a colorful background. The Free Library of Philadelphia, Rare Book Department, Lewis E 236, fol. 380v Next >> |
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