Leaf From a French Book of Hours with Floral Border on Vellum

by Illuminated Manuscript Leaf

$375 · Offered by Manhattan Rare Books

“Holy hymn of the begotten from Mary, thrice-fount of mercy, strength of honor, O Son, keep us from envy in purity, grant abundant indulgence to your people, O holy one.” FRENCH BOOK OF HOURS WITH PRAYERS FOR PENITENCE AND HEALING. Illuminated manuscript leaf on vellum from a 15th-century Latin Book of Hours. Features a lush floral border with a sapling growing from a pot. 3 2-line initials in gold with blue and pink floral designs.

• Binding: Leather

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