Four leaves from a Book of Hours, in Netherlandish [northern Netherlands (Utrecht), c.1430s]

4 leaves, each 154×111mm, vellum, 19 lines, 95×70mm, each with a large illuminated initial marking the beginnings of: (a) the Hours of the Virgin, with an 8-line illuminated initial and full border with half-length angels by the Moerdrecht Master, (b) Vespers, with a 5-line initial and partial border, (c) the Long Hours of the Cross, with a 10-line illuminated initial and full border, and (d) the Hours of Eternal Wisdom, with an 8-line illuminated initial and partial border

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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From a manuscript sold in our rooms, 1 December 1987, lot 53 (ill., including one of the present leaves, and recording earlier provenance), of which eight leaves were re-sold in our rooms, 5 December 1989, lot 10 (ill.).