This illuminated parchment leaf has thirty two lines of Scripture text ruled in faint pink, written in brown ink in a handsome gothic bookhand, with 2 two line burnished gold initials on blue and red geometric grounds with white tracery, seven decorated initials (4 in burnished gold) alternating with blue and red penwork flourishes. The Leaf size is about 73 mm. by 107 mm (2 7/8 x 4 1/2 inches) with generous margins. The vellum leaf is in fair condition with a deep water stain on the top which does not effect the text. There are traces of aging including, flaking, wrinkling and stains.
This historic Bible Leaf displays beautifully on a desk or wall and would make a wonderful family heirloom or Christmas Gift that will be appreciated now and for generations to come.
A unique 600 year old connection to ancient Christian traditions.
This item is mounted, matted and framed with archival (acid free) materials in a lovely wood frame equipped with both desk top and wall display. (10.5inX12.5in) |
