The Sobieski Hours: A Manuscript in the Royal Library at Windsor Castle, Examined By Eleanor P. Spencer
by SPENCER, ELEANOR P
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London & New York: Academic Press, 1977 An analysis of the miniatures and manuscript of the 15th century book of hours, copied in Paris c.1420-1425 and illustrated by the workshop of the Bedford Master. With color reproductions of nine miniatures tipped-in and 89 other illustrations of borders and historiated initials in monochrome. With a history of this copy, essays on artists, codicolgy. First edition thus. 33 cm; 63 pp.; illustrated. A fine copy in quarter-bound maroon leather with gilt label to spine..
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- The Sobieski Hours: A Manuscript in the Royal Library at Windsor Castle, Examined By Eleanor P. Spencer
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- SPENCER, ELEANOR P
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- Used
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- Hardcover
- Publisher
- London & New York: Academic Press, 1977
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- Book of Hours Manuscript Miniature Illumination Illuminated
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