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"Leaves of Gold: Treasures of Manuscript Illumination from Philadelphia Collections." March 10-May 13, 2001, 1996-2002

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Scope and Content Note

The Philadelphia Area Consortium of Special Collections Libraries organized an exhibition of Manuscript Illumination from Philadelphia Collections in conjunction with the Philadelphia Museum of Art. James R. Tanis conceived and curateda selection of some 80 objects chosen from more than 7,000 medieval and Renaissance illuminations hidden in the collections of Philadelphia libraries.

Dates

  • 1996-2002

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 62.5 linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository

Contact:
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States