Lace Book of Marie de' Medici

2nd quarter 17th century; several 15th century additions

9 cm 13 cm

Citation

This Prayerbook was made for Marie de' Medici in the second quarter of the seventeenth century. Beyond its provenance as a personal book owned by the famous queen, it is exceptional for its intricately cut borders, which transform the parchment margins into lace. This effect w...

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