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Illuminated initial letter from an antiphonary from the 15th-16th century is a fascinating work of illuminated art, depicting a letter 'O'.
This miniature comes from an Italian antiphonary, probably attributed to Filippo di Matteo Torelli.

• Dimensions: mm. 101×110
• Support: Parchment paper
• Technique: Tempera and pen
• Condition: Excellent
• Rarity: This piece is considered a rarity of its kind.

Illuminated initial letter from an antiphonary from the 15th-16th century is a work of art of great value, representing an illuminated letter 'O', probably attributed to Filippo di Matteo Torelli.
This precious miniature has been cut to the figure and measures 68x72 mm.

• Era: 15th-16th century
• Technique: Other
• Condition: Excellent
• Dimensions: Small
• Support: Parchment paper

On the back, there is a legible portion of the antiphonary, making this piece a rarity for collectors and enthusiasts of ancient art.

Capolettera Miniata è un’affascinante lettera ‘A’ miniata, tratta da un antifonario del 15th-16th century, di area italiana, attribuita probabilmente a Filippo di Matteo Torelli.
Questa opera è ritagliata alla figura e presenta una dimensione di mm. 74×71.

• Sheet size: mm. 74×71
• Support: Parchment paper
• Technique: Tempera and pen
• Condition: Excellent
• Rarity: Yes

Sul retro, è visibile una parte leggibile dell’antifonario con neumi di forma quadrata.