M6121 Saints Andrew and Bartholomew, Miniatures from a Book of Hours, Paris, c. 1470

M6221 Saints Andrew and Bartholomew, Miniatures from a Book of Hours, Paris, c. 1470

Two charming miniatures from a Book of Hours in Latin, on vellum.  Each side with a full border filled with swirling blue and gold acanthus leaves, sprays of pink, red, and blue flowers, both borders inhabited by a charming grotesque with a long neck, a human face, and a jester’s hat.  5-line initial “C” featuring St. Andrew and 5-line initial “B” depicting St. Bartholomew.  Size: 5 ¼ x 3 ½ inches.