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The Gospel (aprakos) in the cover. Greek craftsmen. 1410-1420s; clasps, cross in mid and veils, corner irons and centerpiece on back binding - 16th century; taffeta, velvet , damask cloth and golden lace - 16th century
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The Gospel (aprakos) in the cover. Greek craftsmen. 1410-1420s; clasps, cross in mid and veils, corner irons and centerpiece on back binding - 16th century; taffeta, velvet , damask cloth and golden lace - 16th century
Object type
The Gospel (aprakos) in the cover
Place of origin
Russia, Clasps, cross in mid and veils and corner irons and centerpiece on back binding - Moscow; taffeta - Orient; velvet and damask cloth - Italy
Date
1410-1420s; clasps, cross in mid and veils, corner irons and centerpiece on back binding - 16th century; taffeta, velvet , damask cloth and golden lace - 16th century
Author
Greek craftsmen
Materials
Parchment, wood, taffeta, velvet, lace, damask cloth, gold, precious stones, pearls, glass, silver
Technique
Chasing, filigree, enamel
Dimensions
Length: 39,0 cm; width: 34,0 cm
Publications
T.S. Borisova, S.G. Zyuzeva. Printed and Manuscript Gospels of the 13th - early 20th centuries in the collection of Moscow Kremlin Museums, three volumes, M., 2019
E.V. Isaeva. 'Manuscript Books from the 13th to the Early 20th Century.' Catalogue of the collection of the Moscow Kremlin State Historical and Cultural Museum and Heritage Site
Byzantium antiquities. Arts of 4th - 15th centuries in collection of Moscow Kremlin Museums. Catalog. М., 2013
The Armoury Chamber of Moscow Kremlin Museums. Album. Moscow, 2006
Museum number
Кн-34