Book of Hours of Frederick III of Aragon

The new facsimile era

An artistic and religious treasure of the 15th century

It is an illuminated book of hours that combines christian prayers and devotions with miniatures detailed, standing out as a outstanding example of the «books of hours». 

Frederick III commissioned this work as a gift, reflecting the importance of religious devotion in royalty and its role in society. In addition, it served to teach reading and prayers, emphasizing the importance of the education at that time.

A cultural jewel of immense value

Discover the fascinating story of this manuscript, the true meaning of which is revealed by understanding the convulsions that shook Europe in this era of change and conflict.

When Alfonso II and Frederick III of Aragon were forced to leave Naples, they took with them treasures such as manuscripts and tapestries, as well as the most great talents of their time as writers, poets and artists, such as Todeschino. 

Nothing will ever be the same again

Until now, no company has ever achieved the level of fidelity achieved in this work by reproducing each letter, each capitular, each detail of the marginal decoration and each miniature have different micron thicknesses,It is an extraordinary sensation that no one has ever achieved before!

No one in the world is using this technology like we are.

With the meticulousness of details, our facsimile edition captures the pure essence of this manuscript, giving you the feeling of leafing through the original.

This facsimile achieves a impressive plausibility in the reproduction of the miniatures, the frames and the simulations of the parchment breaks.

ONLY 999 COPIES

It is a work exclusive, limited and numbered before a notary public, with only 999 copies available.

To further enrich your experience, we include the STUDY BOOK curated by the eminent professor Teresa D'Urso. 

Its deep knowledge in Italian and Franco-Flemish miniature, along with its focus on the Middle Ages and Renaissance, The manuscript's authors, Jean Bourdichon and Giovanni Todeschino.

• The book «Horae ad usum Fratrum Praedicatorum, Heures de Frédéric d'Aragon.» was created on 1501 y 1502 by three prominent authors: Jean Bourdichon, Ioan Todeschino, and the Maître de Claude de France.
• The manuscript measures 24.5 x 15.5 cm and is preserved under the symbol Lat 10532 at the Bibliothèque Nationale de France (BnF).
• Written in Latin, the book features 388 pages made of fine vellum and the 64 full page thumbnails.
• The manuscript is accompanied by a STUDY BOOK elaborated by Teresa d'Urso, Professor of Medieval Art History, who provides a deep and detailed analysis of this magnificent work.