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The Livre Ferre of the Cour des Comptes (leather & vellum)

The Livre Ferre of the Cour des Comptes (leather & vellum)


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The Livre Ferre of the Cour des Comptes (leather & vellum)

ARH231019 The Livre Ferre of the Cour des Comptes (leather & vellum) by French School, (15th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris, France; (add.info.: ce livre etait un des symboles indispensables de la chambre; il contenait les formules des serments des magistrats et officiers dependant de la Juridiction Parisienne; book contained oaths for the magistrates and officers in the Parisian Jurisdiction; dorures aux armes de France; sovereign court created in 1320 to look after the finances of the realm; ); eCentre Historique des Archives Nationales; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Media ID 22361440

© Centre Historique des Archives Nationales Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images

Accounts Administration Binding Fleur De Lys Local Government


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This print showcases "The Livre Ferre of the Cour des Comptes" by the French School in the 15th century. Housed at the Centre Historique des Archives Nationales in Paris, France, this leather and vellum-bound book holds immense historical significance. It served as a vital symbol within the chamber, containing oaths and formulas for magistrates and officers under the jurisdiction of Paris. Adorned with gilded fleur-de-lys motifs representing the arms of France, this medieval masterpiece reflects both artistic elegance and administrative importance. The Cour des Comptes was established in 1320 as a sovereign court responsible for overseeing financial matters throughout the realm. Through its intricate binding and meticulous craftsmanship, this photograph transports us back to an era where local government played a crucial role in shaping society. The parchment pages exude an air of wisdom accumulated over centuries. As we delve into this image captured by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded that art not only serves as aesthetic pleasure but also preserves our collective heritage. This particular piece invites us to appreciate both its visual allure and historical context—a testament to human ingenuity intertwined with governance. Let us marvel at how such a simple object—a book—can encapsulate power, tradition, and knowledge while transcending time itself.

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