The Visconti Hours, by Millard Meiss and Edith W. Kirsch, is a full-color reproduction of this stunning Book of Hours with commentaries in English about the plates. 262 pp., George Brazliller, Inc., NY, 1972 (7.5 x 10.5"). Hardbound with gilt decoration on cover and spine, in slipcase.

The Art of Illuminated Manuscripts Illustrated Sacred Writings, by J.O. Westwood, introduction by Iain Zaczek, provides a selection of illustrations from the most significant religious manuscripts produced up until the l6th century. Provides an excellent overview of the development of the illuminated manuscript and how these works of art were executed. 128 pp., 50 color plates. Studio Editions, 1996 (9.2 x 13.2"). Hardbound in blue buckram with protected illustrated dust jacket.

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Condition: A

Shelf wear to slipcase.