15th-Century Hand-Painted Illuminated Manuscript "The Nativity"

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A hand-painted illuminated manuscript on parchment that depicts ‘The Nativity.’ The item depicts the classic Nativity scene from the ‘Book of Hours,’ using vibrant colors and gold leaf. The two-sided manuscript is presented matted in a protective cellophane sleeve and includes typed notes including translations for the script.

Condition

- to fair; some wear to the edges of the mat; extensive rubbing to the surface of the image; some warping to the surface of the image; wear the protective cellophane sleeve

Dimensions

- measurements of mat; measurements of visible image 4" W x 5.5" H.

Item #

18WDC047-131