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The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Missal of Claude, Queen of Francis I., 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Missal of Claude, Queen of Francis I., 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. 'A magnificent missal, painted on vellum, with illuminated capitals, and whole leaves painted with illustrations from Scripture history, beautifully finished, 15th century. The cover is ornamented with black enamel scrolls on the borders and back, set with rubies and turquoises alternately, equidistant; on the sides are two large oval red cornelian intaglios of the Crucifixion, with St. Francis receiving the stigmata, and an altar of the Virgin and Child, on one side of which is St. Catherine, with palm-branch, sword, and wheel; on the other a male saint holding a palm-branch, with a castle, inscribed: "O, mater Dei, memento mei". In the angles are cherubs. Above and below the intaglios are two lines of gold letters on white enamel: "Adoramus te, Christo..." and "Maria, mater gratis...". On the clasp is a large cut garnet. Horace Walpole, in whose collection it was formerly, says: "This precious Prayer-book belonged to Claude, Queen of France, wife of Francis I., and seems to have belonged to Thuanus." It was bought by him at Dr. Mead's sale, in 1755; and at the sale of the Strawberry Hill collection, in 1842, it became the property of the Earl of Waldegrave. Frances, Countess of Waldegrave'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This stunning print captures the exquisite beauty of The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Missal of Claude, Queen of Francis I., dating back to the 15th century. The missal, painted on vellum with illuminated capitals and illustrations from Scripture history, is a true work of art. The cover is adorned with black enamel scrolls set with rubies and turquoises, featuring two oval red cornelian intaglios depicting scenes such as the Crucifixion and St. Francis receiving the stigmata.
Formerly owned by Horace Walpole and later acquired by the Earl of Waldegrave, this precious prayer book belonged to Claude, Queen of France. It is not only a religious artifact but also a historical treasure that has passed through esteemed collections over centuries.
The intricate details on this missal showcase the craftsmanship and devotion put into its creation. From cherubs in the angles to gold letters on white enamel adorning it with sacred phrases like "Adoramus te Christo" (We adore you Christ) and "Maria mater gratia" (Mary mother full of grace), every element tells a story.
This print allows us to appreciate not only the physical beauty but also the rich history behind this remarkable piece from The Loan Collection at South-Kensington.
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