$2,583
Medieval Manuscript Leaves, Group Lot. Including: ten parchment leaves from larger octavo-format Books of Hours in Latin, France, late 15th century, one with an eight-line miniature depicting angels holding a large chalice with the host poised above; six earlier Medieval leaves used as binding waste, mostly folio format, all on parchment, with signs of their former use as pastedowns, etc.; [and] two folio-format parchment leaves, late 15th century, text in two columns, likely a New Testament or other Christian prayerbook, initials in red and blue, text in black and red. (18) Estimate $400-600 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-12
