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Leaf from a Psalter and Prayerbook: Rabbits Dancing (recto)
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Leaf from a Psalter and Prayerbook: Rabbits Dancing (recto)

c. 1524 · Ink, tempera and liquid gold on vellum

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This leaf from a psalter and prayerbook is intricately decorated and was probably produced for use in a private noble family. The prominent mention of Saint Godehard (died 1038), Bishop of Hildesheim, in the original manuscript suggests that it was produced for use in the diocese of Hildesheim (Norther Germany).

Cleveland Museum of Art’s own description
Credit lineLeaf from a Psalter and Prayerbook: Rabbits Dancing (recto), c. 1524. Germany, Hildesheim (?), 16th century. Ink, tempera and liquid gold on vellum; overall: 16.5 x 13.5 cm (6 1/2 x 5 5/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, James Parmelee Fund, 2022.101.a
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