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Hand-painted manuscript page from the liturgical text ''Book of Hours'', from Paris, circa 1490. Front of double-sided page illustrates a scene from the presentation of Jesus Christ, who was circumcised on the 8th day after his birth. Includes 3/4 colored acanthus and floral border. Verso has single column with 22 lines of Latin text. Page is made of virgin-vellum and measures 4.25'' x 6''. Near fine condition given age.
15th Century Hand-Painted Manuscript Page From ''Book of Hours'' -- Illustrates Presentation of Jesus Christ
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