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The Gotha Missal: Fol. 137v, Text

Master of the Boqueteaux

Cleveland Museum of Art

An open book showing two facing pages of text. The book's pages are yellowed with age and have visible signs of wear. The pages are filled with handwritten text in black ink, with some letters and accents in red and blue. The text is organized into columns, with 2 columns per page. The columns contain around 30-40 lines of text. Large decorative letters in blue and red appear at the beginning of sections or paragraphs. Intricate borders and flourishes adorn the pages, featuring geometric patterns and floral motifs. The book's cover is not visible, but the pages' edges show signs of aging and wear. The background behind the book is dark gray or black.

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1250 × 893 px
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