Illuminated page of the lectionary of Cluny

Description

Not on display

11th century - 12th century

High Middle Ages

Technical data

Inventory number

Cl. 23757

Width

32,5 cm

Height

44 cm

Original location

Abbey of Cluny

Medium

Illuminated manuscript

Method of acquisition

Declared a National Treasure, acquired in 2004

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