1. Harley MS 2889/1
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Harley MS 2889/1
- Title:
- Detached binding from Harley MS 2889 (the 'Siegburg Lectionary')
- Scope & Content:
- A former binding from Harley MS 2889 (the 'Siegburg Lectionary'), including two 11th-century carved ivory plaques, probably made of whalebone or walrus tusk, now set in 19th-century brown diced leather. The plaque on the upper cover depicts St Paul, holding an open book (according to Foot, Pictor...
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- Not applicable
- Date Range:
- 11th century
- Extent:
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Detached binding with 2 ivory plaques