Feasts of the Angels and the Holy Spirit
Printed c. 1525, Belgium
Recto: Text in Latin printed in red and black in two sizes of a gothic typeface on watermarked, laid paper. Three two-line and numerous one-line initials printed in red. Rubrics in red. A large (50x45mm) historiated woodcut initial ‘B’ enclosing an image of five angels at prayer. The initial is formed of acanthus leaves and two comical faces, one wearing a hat. The initial is coloured by hand; the subdued palette and sketchily applied brushwork suggest contemporary colouring.
Verso: As Recto with another hand coloured woodcut initial ‘D’ depicting a group of saints gathered around the Virgin and the Holy Spirit above them.
Printer: Not known, Belgium (Antwerp?)
Date: c. 1525.
Content: The text beginning at the woodcut initial ‘B’ is the introit antiphon::
Benedicite domino omnes angeli ejus potentes virtute qui facitis verbum ejus
Bless the Lord all ye his angels, mighty in strength, who do his bidding.
Condition: The leaf is in fine condition, expertly printed and unblemished apart from a few wormholes in the inner margin. Original margins and a clear watermark in the bottom margin.. Archivally mounted. Guaranteed original.
Size: Leaf: 310x210 mm. Please note that shipping is invoiced separately.
Item No: PSA177