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Book of Hours (Use of Paris): Fol. 77r, David

The Bedford Master

Cleveland Museum of Art

Medieval illuminated manuscript page. The page is open to a section with a colorful illustration in an arched frame. The illustration depicts a king sitting on the left, wearing a blue and pink outfit and a green hat, and playing a harp. In the top center of the arch, an angel appears in a gold background with orange flames. The background of the illustration shows a landscape with trees, rocks, and bushes. The illustration frame and the page's borders are decorated with intricate designs in red, blue, and gold. The designs feature flowers, leaves, and vines. The page's background is off-white. Black text in a medieval font appears below the illustration. The book's cover is dark brown leather with gold clasps. The book is bound with a red and white checkered ribbon.

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