Choir book (DS5399) (Q23697)
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Manuscript metadata collected by Digital Scriptorium from Free Library of Philadelphia (Lewis E M 46:1c, Lewis E M 46:1c)
Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
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English | Choir book (DS5399) |
Manuscript metadata collected by Digital Scriptorium from Free Library of Philadelphia (Lewis E M 46:1c, Lewis E M 46:1c) |
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1100-1150
12. century
1100Gregorian
1150Gregorian
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Extent: 100 x 94 mm; parchment
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Initial M
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The precise moment in the liturgy that this initial begins remains to be determined. The interlace pattern resulting from the entwined necks of the two birds that form the letter 'M' demonstrates the enduring legacy of pre-Christian Celtic design motifs in medieval art.
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This image shows the reverse of a cutting with an decorated initial from a choir book.
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Script: Minuscule (with some Gothic elements)
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Contributor: David Kalish
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Cataloger: Dot Porter
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Funder: Council on Library and Information Resources
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5 December 2023
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5 December 2023
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