Cabinet of Curiosities

June 0813, 2019
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LOT 492A

Lot 492A

French Book of HOurs Illuminated Vellum Leaf, Circle of French Book of the Coëtivy Master, Paris, c.1460

French Book of HOurs Illuminated Vellum Leaf, Circle of French Book of the Coëtivy Master, Paris, c.1460
Lot 492A Details
French Book of HOurs Illuminated Vellum Leaf, Circle of French Book of the Coëtivy Master, Paris, c.1460

each side with 13 lines of Latin script written in brown ink in fine Gothic bookhand, within margin including historiated figural roundels and tracery work of acanthus sprays, strawberries and roses with liquid gold highlights and and fruit trees, in double glazed frame
sight 6.5 x 5.25 in — 16.5 x 13.3 cm; 14 x 12 in — 35.6 x 30.5 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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French Book of HOurs Illuminated Vellum Leaf, Circle of French Book of the Coëtivy Master, Paris, c.1460
  • French Book of HOurs Illuminated Vellum Leaf, Circle of French Book of the Coëtivy Master, Paris, c.1460
  • French Book of HOurs Illuminated Vellum Leaf, Circle of French Book of the Coëtivy Master, Paris, c.1460

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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