Fascimile Edition, Les Trés Riches Heures du Duc de Berry
Switzerland, 199223 x 16 in (58 x 41 cm)
ID #NYDWR3-PK1-S
"Institut de France / Les Trés Riches Heures du Duc de Berry / The first complete and exact Facsimile Edition of the most famous and splendid Illuminated Manuscript in the world / An Abrams Book"
Illuminated manuscripts are hand-written books with painted decoration that generally includes precious metals such as gold or silver. The Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry is an illuminated manuscript that was created c. 1412-1416. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful illuminated books of the Late Gothic period.
Condition: Good; please note tear along left-hand side.
Material: Paper
All sizes are approximate.