Book of Hours, use of Rome

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Book of Hours, use of Rome

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Item No: mca1020350
Additional Title: Book of Hours, use of Rome
Script: Rotunda
Language: Latin
Folio Number: ff. 35v-36r
Source: Rare Book Department
Notes: Annunciation
Notes: This opening begins Matins of the Hours of the Virgin. The image of Annunciation was a common scene with which to illustrate this office. The border decoration, with illusionistic flowers, insects, and small animals on a gold ground, is typical of Flemish illumination at this time.
Sirsi Catalog Key: 1599787
Country: Country:Flanders

Creation Year (Single Year or Range Begin): 1499
Image Dimensions Width: 224 mm
ShelfMark: Lewis E 102

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