![]() ![]() Illustrations are the most desirable kind of decoration possible in a medieval illuminated manuscript. Although the text initials are superbly decorated, the illuminated leaf lacks any illustrations. It is unusual to find a fine, early specimen, especially at the low price of only $399. This medieval French illuminated manuscript leaf is over 700 years old! Most illuminated leaves on the market are much later, from the 15th or early 16th centuries. Medieval illuminated documents are often found in much worse shape. This piece is in good condition, with only a little light foxing (brown age spots) and a few pinholes. The subtle use of vine-themed fleuronne is particularly exquisite on this French illuminated manuscript. This decoration consists of stylized plants, flowers or vines emanating from the illuminated initials. They also employ an illumination technique called "fleuronne" which is French for "floral". Four initials on each side of the page are richly illuminated in blue, red and gold. Nobles, clergy, lawyers, architects and other intellectuals all communicated via Latin in medieval times. Medieval Latin was the spoken and written language of Europe's elites during the period. ![]() The dark brown text, interspersed with red text, is written in Latin, the lingua franca of medieval Europe. It measures 5.43 inches (13.8 cm) tall by 3.98 inches (10.1 cm) wide and is made from parchment, or dried animal skin. It was originally part of a Breviary - a prayer book used by monks to direct their daily worship. This is a charming medieval illuminated manuscript leaf created in Northern France around 1300 AD. Medieval French Illuminated Manuscript Leaf, Circa 1300 ADÄ«uy It Now Price: $399 (price as of 2016 item no longer available) ![]()
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