Text, folio 428 (verso), from a Gospel Book with Commentaries

The image shows a worn, old book titled "Text, folio 428 (verso), from a Gospel Book with Commentaries", by an unknown artist. The book lies open to a page with a white, aged paper cover with visible signs of wear and tear, including stains, tears, and discoloration. The cover appears to be made of a thin, translucent material, possibly vellum or parchment, and is stained with brown and darker spots. The right side of the page displays a purple circular stamp with the words "Bibliothèque Nationale de France" and "Paris" written in a circular pattern. The book's pages are yellowed and appear to be made of a similar material to the cover. The background of the image is a dark gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the book. The book occupies most of the image, with the right margin and bottom edge cropped. The image presents a close-up view of the book's page, highlighting its aged and worn condition.

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Dimensions: 714 × 900 px
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Text, folio 428 (verso), from a Gospel Book with Commentaries

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