Iilluminated BoH manuscript lf.Cruxifiction,Animals in the gold-border,c.1470

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A small illuminated book of hours leaf on vellum with a miniature  showing the cruxifiction of Jesus. The leaf was produced most likely in a French scriptorium around 1470.
The large gold-heightened D initial is from psalm  50/51, verse 17 "
Domine labia mea aperies et os meum adnuntiabit laudem tuam
...
"  '
O Lord, open my lips: and my mouth will  praise you
...'
Size of the leaf :
ca.4.25 " x 2.9"(108 mm x 74 mm).
Condition:
As shown, on vellum in acceptable condition with  evidence of ageing or storing.
Pictured :
Both sides of the leaf for sale.
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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.
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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.
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