Description
ISAIAH 57:15-61:3. “The Everlasting Covenant” (59:21; see also 61:1-3 “Servant of the Lord” passage). Manuscript handwritten and illuminated in Paris, France, c.1250. Medium size, 7.75″ x 5.25″, on finest vellum. Full, wide margins, with contemporary marginal notes. 4 scrolling initials in RED and Blue penwork nearly a full column in length. EXCELLENT+ condition. English trans of Is 59:20-60:1 and 61:1-3. An important witness to Israel’s expectations of a Messiah or king, anticipating the end of her Exile. COA on premium “gold leaf” paper with gold seal. For smaller manuscripts, see under the “Trifold Portfolios” category.
