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1. Egerton MS 809

Reference (shelfmark):
Egerton MS 809
Title:
Gospel Lectionary
Scope & Content:
Contents: Gospel lectionary, with readings from the Bible for use at Mass throughout the year, including the Temporale or movable feasts and the Sanctorale or feast days of the major saints. Decoration: 4 full-page framed miniatures in colours and gold of the Nativity, the Holy Women at the...
Collection Area:
Western Manuscripts
Languages:
Latin
Date Range:
1100-1125
Extent:

A parchment codex, 50 folios

2. Egerton MS 809/1

Reference (shelfmark):
Egerton MS 809/1
Title:
Detached former binding from Egerton MS 809
Scope & Content:
The miniatures and major initials were originally covered by silk curtains, which have now been removed and are stored with the original covers, now detached from Egerton MS 809. These covers are blue velvet over boards, the upper cover has an inlaid oil-painted wood panel in colours on a gold...
Collection Area:
Western Manuscripts
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
1400-1499
Extent:
Detached binding with wood panel

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