The Prophecies of the Sibyls

Messages from the past that glimpse into the future

OUT OF PRINT EDITION

This work was an edition limited, numbered and certified 400 copies notarized

Discover the prophecies of an exceptional manuscript.

It is a masterpiece of French illuminator Jean Poyer, who worked in Tours during 1445 and 1504.

This manuscript is remarkable for its deep religious content which includes prophecies related to Christ and by the extraordinary lighting art that characterizes each page with vibrant colors and meticulous detail.

A royal manuscript

It was acquired by Maximilian I of Bavaria for his personal art collection, where it was preserved as part of his personal collection. art treasure since 1785, where it has been appreciated for its historical importance and artistic beauty.

This change represents a glimpse into the past that merges religion, culture and art.

An exact recreation of the original

The facsimile captures every last detail with exceptional precision.

Every page is meticulously printed in Italian pergamenata of 190 grams, a material chosen for its durability and historical quality.

A milestone in the conservation and dissemination of cultural heritage

The technique used for the 24 karat gold stamping adds a brightness and authenticity extraordinary to every illumination and detail. A process that replicates original colors and texture and enhances the majesty of each page.

The handmade binding, made with goatskin, faithfully emulates the decorative and structural motifs of the original preserved in the Munich library.

Presents 25 full-page illuminations, measuring 24 x 16.5 cm. and is written in Latin.
It comes from the workshop of Jean Poyer in Tours, France, during the XV.
It is listed as BSB Cod.icon. 414 in the Bavarian State Library.
It is a 375 venal copies, each numbered to notary, The book will also be distributed in 25 non-commercial copies to collaborating entities.