The British Library
Christmas cards telling the Holy Story through reproductions of the exquisitely detailed and jewel-like miniatures decorating the pages of the Bedford...
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Christmas cards telling the Holy Story through reproductions of the exquisitely detailed and jewel-like miniatures decorating the pages of the Bedford...
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The British Library
Christmas cards telling the Holy Story through reproductions of the exquisitely detailed and jewel-like miniatures decorating the pages of the Bedford Hours, 1414–23 and the Dunois Hours, c.1440–50. Includes details of the Annunciation, the Nativity, Annunciation to the Shepherds, Adoration of the Magi and the Flight into Egypt, each decorated with floriated borders and marginal scenes. Originally produced in Paris for wealthy patrons, the manuscripts are now prized treasures in the collection of the British Library.
Christmas cards telling the Holy Story through reproductions of the exquisitely detailed and jewel-like miniatures decorating the pages of the Bedford Hours, 1414–23 and the Dunois Hours, c.1440–50. Includes details of the Annunciation, the Nativity, Annunciation to the Shepherds, Adoration of the Magi and the Flight into Egypt, each decorated with floriated borders and marginal scenes. Originally produced in Paris for wealthy patrons, the manuscripts are now prized treasures in the collection of the British Library.
Size & Additional Information
30 cards, six designs
14cm sq
Printed 'With All Good Wishes for Christmas and the New Year'
Envelopes included
Printed in Britain
British FSC accredited card
Cards and envelopes can be recycled
Packed in a compostable bag. Requires industrial composting: please add to your food or garden waste bin (subject to your local refuse collection policies)
14cm sq
Printed 'With All Good Wishes for Christmas and the New Year'
Envelopes included
Printed in Britain
British FSC accredited card
Cards and envelopes can be recycled
Packed in a compostable bag. Requires industrial composting: please add to your food or garden waste bin (subject to your local refuse collection policies)
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