Page, Book of Hours (2)

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Page, Book of Hours (2)

Page from a printed BOOK OF HOURS, with woodblock illustrations, printed on vellum and with initial letters coloured by hand to imitate a manuscript

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Media ID 592767

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1500 Examples Hours Illustrations Initial Letters Manuscript Printing Vellum Imitate Wood Block

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures a page from a printed Book of Hours, dating back to the year 1500. The intricate woodblock illustrations and hand-colored initial letters give this piece an authentic manuscript-like quality. Printed on vellum, this historical artifact showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of early printing techniques. The attention to detail in this page is truly remarkable - from the delicate illustrations to the carefully colored initials that mimic traditional manuscript work. Each element tells a story of communication and history, offering us a glimpse into the past through its beautifully preserved pages. As we admire this example of printing from centuries ago, we can't help but marvel at how far communications have come since then. This Book of Hours serves as a reminder of the importance placed on written word and illustration in times gone by. Thanks to Mary Evans Picture Library, we are able to appreciate and study these historical treasures through their high-quality prints. This particular piece is not just a simple page from a book - it is a window into another era, where books were meticulously crafted by hand with care and precision.

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