Original illuminated double leaf from the early 16th
Rare double leaf on vellum (thin parchment), from an early 16th-century book of hours by Germain Hardouin - Paris - with classic hand-painted initials and contemporary gilt borders - c. cm (unfolded 20.4 cm). In Latin Condition: Fair - A few tiny holes (0.5 mm, only visible in the light), vellum overall solid - discolouration to outside margin and in the fold - Considering its age of more than 500 years in fair to good condition. This is an original piece from the early 16th century, by Germain Hardouin, Paris. Double leaf, with four-sided text in Latin. With four large hand-painted initials in blue with gold and red with gold. Vellum decorated with gilt-heightened borders. Read More