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Renaissance and medieval manuscripts collection, ca. 850-ca. 1600.
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Location
Manuscripts and Archives Division
Extent
- 36 linear feet (161 v.)
Access Restrictions
Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.
Microfilm must be used in lieu of originals when available.
Originals may be viewed only by advance permission of Curator of Manuscripts.
Scope/Contents Note
Collection consists of a wide variety of bound manuscripts,predominantly religious in nature, including illuminated manuscripts, Bibles, books of hours (Horae), lectionaries,antiphonarium, prayer books, some classical Greek works, and other material.
Controlled Access Terms
- Bible -- Versions.
- Greek literature.
- Manuscripts, Renaissance.
- Manuscripts, Medieval.
- Prayer books.

