Book of Hours, use of Paris
Medieval ManuscriptsItem Info
Item No: mca0960131
Additional Title: Book of Hours, use of Paris
Script:
Gothic bookhand
Language: Latin and French
Folio Number: 13r
Source: Rare Book Department
Notes: John on Patmos
Notes: This miniature begins the Gospel Lessons, which often appeared at the beginning of books of hours, preceding the calendar. The image represents St. John the Evangelist on the island of Patmos. He is accompanied here by his symbol, the eagle.
Sirsi Catalog Key: 1597385
Country: Country:France
City/Town/Township:Paris
Creation Year (Single Year or Range Begin): 1499
Image Dimensions Width: 162 mm
ShelfMark: Lewis E 96