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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Description
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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Reviews
Overall product rating 4.8/5
By Mr Peter Almond
14 November 2024
SE London
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Nicely illustrated cards which depict the Nativity. Ideal for those who wish to share the Christmas story.
13 November 2024
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These cards are lovely. It's wonderful to have access via the Museum site to cards which actually show the story of Christmas. They are few and far between these days.
12 November 2024
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Good price for quality cards
04 November 2024
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I think these cards will be. Entirely suitable to send to family and friends at Christmas.
31 October 2024
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We really liked these cards. Excellent selection, easy to order and delivered on time.
12 October 2024
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This is what christmas is all about.
11 October 2024
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Lovely cards, a good size and printed on quality card.
08 October 2024
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The wife thought they were very high quality
21 December 2023
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good Christmas card so appropriate
20 November 2023
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Good reproductions of the original. Very pleased with them.