British Library, Harley MS 334
(L'Image du monde)
Codicology
Produced: | France, 1425-1450 |
Current Location: | British Library, London, England, UK |
Manuscript Type: | Encyclopedia |
Language: | French |
Folios: | 108 |
Author: | Gossuin de Metz |
Illustrated: | Yes |
Media: | Parchment |
Dimensions: | Height: 24 cm Width: 17.5 cm |
Description
The first verse redaction of L'Image du monde, an encyclopedia by Gossuin de Metz. Illustrated with color drawings and diagrams on astronomical and geographical subjects. There are animal descriptions in the Geography section. Some of the animal-related chapters are illustrated with color images, mostly of groups of animals. The animal descriptions are often shortened to only a line or two.
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