The Luttrell Psalter (Folio Society Limited Edition)

Folio Society limited facsimile edition. First edition thus. Numbered on colophon, 1067 of 1480.

A luxurious reproducing of England’s foremost 14th century illuminated manuscript. The original Psalter has been meticulously and faithfully recreated. Profusely illustrated on every page, these depictions of the minutiae of medieval life - from farming to fashion are presents akin to their original.

Typically, the Folio Society have spared no expense in the creation of this volume. Being luxuriously bound in supple leather and printed on the finest quality archival paper ensure this volume will last through the ages if treated well. A wonderful volume that will surely delight any recipient.

Both volumes housed in blue buckram solander case. Main volume bound in full deep-blue goatskin leather. Cover illustrations by David Eccles in three shades of gilt foil. All edges gilt. Profusely illustrated throughout in colour on every page. Commentary volume bound in quarter deep blue buckram and bright blue boards. Cloth margins and spine titling in gilt. Cover titling on white panel. Retains original protective board separating volumes. Fine. Impeccably preserved. All volumes and contents fine in like solander case. A spectacular copy.

2 volumes. Folio Society Limited Edition (1067/1480). Folio. Main volume full leather, commentary volume cloth and hardcover boards, both housed in buckram solander case. Pages: 688. 

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