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Dutch Book of Hours
15th century - Dutch Book of Hours
The Book of Hours were typically written on vellum (prepared animal skins) and covered with leather. Used more often as a status symbol than devotional tools, the more elaborate the illustrations and covers, the more desirable and costly the books were.
West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV
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Dutch Book of Hours
15th century - Dutch Book of Hours
The Book of Hours were typically written on vellum (prepared animal skins) and covered with leather. Used more often as a status symbol than devotional tools, the more elaborate the illustrations and covers, the more desirable and costly the books were.
West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV
716
views
1
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0
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Uploaded on July 22, 2009
Taken on June 30, 2008