Manuscript on parchment (palimpsest) of Ps.-Cicero, Synonyma
Description:
In Latin., Script: Written in a well formed round gothic bookhand by a single scribe., Initials, 5-line, at beginning of text: red with delicate black penwork designs. Heading and each verbum in red; synonyms connected by a curving red line., and Binding: Nineteenth century, Italy. Original sewing on three slit straps. Quarter bound in white sheepskin. The beech boards are early, 15th century, with title written twice on front and once on back. A leaf-shaped catch on the lower board, the upper one cut in for a clasp strap. Spine covering and clasp strap are recent additions.
Subject (Geographic):
Connecticut and New Haven.
Subject (Name):
Ps.-Cicero.
Subject (Topic):
Latin letters, Manuscripts, Medieval, and Synonyms
