Illuminated manuscript leaf on vellum.

The Annunciation to the Shepherds.

      - French: c. 1480. 180 x 110 mm. Large miniature from a Book of Hours, with borders painted in liquid gold and chocolate with foliation in red, green, blue and gold. The central panel includes sheep highlighted in silver which is unusual, the landscape and the shepherds being in fresh and clean condition. One or two abrasions and two tiny holes in borders, generally very good. A good example. Full description and images available on my website.