Codex of San Marned de Lorvao

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is extraordinary and grandiose miniatures constitute an authentic work of art, reflecting the architecture, pottery, clothing and customs of the XIIth. Century Portugal." Herculano

• Containing 460 pages and 88 miniatures on 345x245 mm. parchment.
• Commissioned by King Alfonso Henriques and inherited by his son Sancho I. He decided later to give the manuscript to Cistercian nuns after his daughter, Teresa, became head Abbess.
• Employing a linear and highly abstract style and exhibiting an iconography based on models very close to those of the Beatus's original manuscript.
• According to one specialist, Prof. Dr. Peter Klein, it served as a model for the Beatus of Burgo de Osma
• A unique edition limited to 999 copies, duly numbered and authenticated by notary public.
• A complementary volume of studies carried out by the most renowned specialists on the subject.

A Documentation Kit containing 2 sample pages, in the original size, from Codex of San Marned de Lorvao is available for $US75-.

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