2 illuminated vellum leaves of a Book of Hours, depicting John the Apostle.

Illumination, 15,8 x 10,7 cm (sl. wavy).

Both under same passe-partout.

One leaf with a miniature, 4,0 x 3,3 cm, of John the Apostle seated next to an eagle. Richly ornamented borders with flowers, acanthus leaves, a small bird and monkey. Written in a brown and red littera hybrida (bastarda). Two-line gold initial. The other leaf with a miniature in the right margin, 9,7 x 2,1 cm, showing a landscape where a winged bull wades through the river. Written in a brown and red littera hybrida.
Joined: Sheet from a printed Book of Hours. 14,3 x 10,0 cm, with a full-page engraving showing the adoration of the shepherds. (3 pcs)