Case for a Book

15th century

Not on view

On the back is an unidentified coats of arms with a crozier and mitre, suggesting that this protective cover for a book belonged to a bishop.

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Title: Case for a Book
Date: 15th century
Culture: French (?)
Medium: Leather (Cuir bouilli) and metal mounts
Dimensions: Overall: 8 x 6 1/8 x 4 in. (20.3 x 15.6 x 10.2 cm)
Classification: Leatherwork
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Adele O. Friedman, 1951
Object Number: 51.117
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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