Book of Hours, use of Rome
Medieval ManuscriptsItem Info
Item No: mca1080340
Additional Title: Book of Hours, use of Rome
Script:
Gothic bookhand
Language: Latin
Folio Number: ff. 34v-35r
Source: Rare Book Department
Notes: Opening with the Annunciation
Notes: This opening begins Matins of the Hours of the Virgin. The miniature is painted by a Bruges artist known as the Master of Edward IV for a manuscript he illuminated for the English king. The border decoration filled with illusionistic flowers, plants, birds and insects on a gold background is typical of Flemish illumination at this time.
Sirsi Catalog Key: 1457702
Country: Country:Belgium
City/Town/Township:Bruges
Creation Year (Single Year or Range Begin): 1499
Image Dimensions Width: 178 mm
ShelfMark: Lewis E 108
Creator Name: Master of Edward IV - Artist