Manuscript
National Library of Russia, Lat. Q.v.V. 1
(Saint Petersburg Bestiary)
Codicology
| Produced: | England, 1170-1185 |
| Current Location: | National Library of Russia, St Petersburg, Russian Federation |
| Manuscript Type: | Bestiary |
| Bestiary Family: | First : Transitional |
| Language: | Latin |
| Folios: | 98 |
| Illustrated: | Yes |
| Media: | Parchment |
| Dimensions: | Height: 21 cm Width: 15 cm |
Folio 69v
Description
A full bestiary of the First family (transitional). It is closely related to the Worksop Bestiary (Pierpont Morgan Library, MS M.81).
There are 114 illustrations, four of them full page. They are similar to the Worksop Bestiary images in content, style and painting technique.
Additional Descriptions
Editions and Facsimiles
Printed facsimiles
Digital facsimiles
National Library of Russia (partial, six illustrated pages)
