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Framed Print : 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
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of historical elegance to your decor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece showcases "The Livre Ferre of the Cour des Comptes" by the French School, dating back to the 15th century. Meticulously preserved at the Centre Historique des Archives Nationales in Paris, this leather and vellum tome is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Europe. Our Framed Prints bring the intricate details and timeless beauty of this Bridgeman Images artwork to your home or office, making it a truly unique and sophisticated addition to your space.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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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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