Manuscript Leaf on vellum, text from the Psalms Vulgate

by Illuminated Leaf

$750 · Offered by James Cummins Bookseller

15 lines in a gothic hand, 10 large initial capitals in gold over blue and red grounds, recto with wide, decorative border on interlocking tendrils, leaves, and berries, in red, green, blue and gold. Presents final 3 lines of Psalm 130 De Profundis clamavi ad te, Dpmine , and the first 6 lines of Psalm 143 Domine, exaudi orationem meam . 1 vols. Approximately 6 x 4-1/2 inches. An exquisite, small, and beautifully decorated leaf, possibly early 16th century. Item #214335

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