Folio 40: Vellum manuscript leaf with zoomorphic initials from a bible in Latin. Text from genesis, exodus, judges, psalms, and esther (France) , mid-13th century

46 lines in a fine gothic pearl script. Rubrics in red, capitals struck with red, headlines and chapter numbers in red and blue, most leaves with on eor more one or two line initials in red or bluewith intricate penwork in the contrasting color. Each leaf with one or more four to six line zoomorphic initials featuring winged fragons in colors and silver, with extensions training most of the length of the text. A little browning to edges, margins slightly rumpled, otherwise excellent, with well preserved decoration and ample margins. Vellum.