1. Add MS 8577
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Add MS 8577
- Title:
- Chronicle of Venice (703-1457); late 15th cent. Italian. The chronicle relates the history of Venice from the election of the first doge, Poluzio [Paoluccio], in 703 to the death of Francesco Foscari following his deposition as doge and the election of his successor, Pasquale Malipiero, in 1457. The section for 703-1446 (ff. 1-154v) is written in one hand, with rubricated headings, numerals and dates; some lists are also in red. Inc. 'El primo doxe che fosse fato in la cita', expl. 'Quelo se...
- Scope & Content:
- History: Venice: Chronicles: Chronicle of Venice, 703-1457: 2nd half of 15th cent: Ital. Bindings ITALIAN: Half leather with decorated paper covers: 18th cent. Bookplates and Book-stamps: 5th Earl of Guilford: early 19th cent. Watermarks: Hat: 2nd half of 15th cent. Watermarks: Balance: 2nd ...
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- English and Italian
- Date Range:
- Late 15th century
- Extent:
- 1 item