Manuscript
British Library, Harley MS 4986
Codicology
| Produced: | Germany, 11th and 12th century |
| Current Location: | British Library, London, England, UK |
| Manuscript Type: | Herbal |
| Language: | Latin |
| Folios: | 81 |
| Illustrated: | Yes |
| Media: | Parchment |
| Dimensions: | Height: 26 cm Width: 19 cm |
Folio 45r
Description
A collection of medical and pharmaceutical texts of various dates. Includes Liber medicinae ex animalibus (Medicine from animals) by Sextus Placitus (folio 45r-50r) with animal illustrations, and a text on the use of bestiary animals in medicine (folio 67r-68v), not illustrated.
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