1875 Chromolithograph Celtic Historical Initial Capital Design Illumination LOR1
This is a rare original 1875 color chromolithograph that depicts a variety of beautiful Celtic illuminations that date from the 7th to the 11th centuries CE. Key Elements 1,2,3,4,5,6. Durrow manuscript, Trinity College, Dublin - 7,8. Book of Kells, same provenance - 11. Codex Aureus, Royal Library of Stockholm - 12. Gospel of Thomas - 13. Commentary on the Pslams - 14. Gospel of St. Chad - 15. Psalter of St. John - 16,17. Mac Durnan Gospels - 18. Latin Gospels - 19,20,21. Codex Vossianus - 23,24. Latin Psalter - 25,26,27,28,29,30,31,32,33. Psalter of Arundel - 34,35,36,37. Initials from the abbey of Saint-Germain des Prés. CONDITIONThis 136+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color Grade: Very Fine +++ Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 13 inches; 23 x 33 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenanc