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Lot 555

Illuminated leaf from a holy book. Circa 17th century. 8vo. Pen and was...

Estimate: $500 - $750

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Illuminated leaf from a holy book. Circa 17th century. 8vo. Pen and wash on vellum. Three cherubs surrounded by flowers and columns rest around a legend which reads, ?In Nomine / Sanctissimae / et Individuae / TRINITATIS / Patris, et Filii, et / Spiritus Sancti / Amen.? Matted. Framed, 18 ? x 14?. Provenance: Aleyne FitzHerbert, 1st Baron St. Helens (British, 1753-1839), namesake of Mt. St. Helens in Washington state.