Book paper
Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Ancient and Medieval Manuscript Leaves collection
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 136
Scope and Contents
The Ancient and Medieval Manuscript Leaves collection contains leaves from a variety of primarily religious texts in multiple languages. Most of the leaves are vellum; however, a few of the leaves are paper. The collection demonstrates a variety of medieval texts, languages, inks, and artistic styles. This particular collection is an excellent teaching tool for many classes in the humanities.
Dates:
30 B.C.E. - 18th Century
Rare Book Leaves collection
Collection — Communal collections box 55, Placement: 2
Identifier: MSP 137
Scope and Contents
The Rare Book Leaves collection contains leaves from Buddhist scriptures, Golden Legend, Sidonia the Sorceress, Nuremberg Chronicle, Codex de Tortis, and an illustrated version of Wordsworth’s poem Daffodils. The collection demonstrates a variety of printing styles and paper. This particular collection is an excellent teaching...
Dates:
1440 - late 19th/early 20th Century