Book of Tournaments, Ceremonies and Ordinances
The work that intertwines the history, power and Renaissance art
A treasure trove for historians and legal experts
Discover how in the Medieval Europe the duels were used to resolve conflicts between nobles, showing how they justice and power were connected. This history reveals the strategies that kings and aristocrats used to to maintain their control in times of change.
This manuscript ranges from legal and historical.
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A one-of-a-kind historical gem
Francis II, Duke of Brittany, commissioned this manuscript, during the reign of Philip IV of Valois. It is currently preserved in the Bibliothèque Nationale de France (BnF) under the symbol Ms. Français 2258.
It is a testimony of Renaissance art and culture.
A milestone in the history of art
Juan Rolin blurs the border between the sacred and the profane, showing its versatility and innovation through exquisite miniatures and a style decorative which elevates secular content to the same level of admiration previously reserved for religious texts. Although from small size, it possesses an immense historical and artistic significance.
Unparalleled craftsmanship in binding
It stands out for its handmade binding, sewn with hemp thread, which ensures its durability and resistance.
The covers, covered with fine goatskin, are decorated with intricately embossed and stamped in gold, providing a majestic and refined appearance.
The paper used is pergamenata, known for its high quality and resistance, ideal for preserving the beauty and integrity of the work over time.
Exceptional clarity and accuracy
The technique of print is stochastic, without weft, which guarantees a reproduction of images and text with exceptional clarity and accuracy.
In addition, the gold stampings are screen-printed and retouched by hand, adding a unique handcrafted touch to each piece.
Printing is carried out using 5+5 special inks, which are lacquered and refrigerated to ensure maximum quality and color vibrancy.
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Edition exclusive, limited and numbered, with only 350 copies available worldwide.
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Sublime craftsmanship on every page
It has 48 folios on parchment plus flyleaves, adding 102 pages in total.
Every detail has been carefully thought through and executed, making it a testament to the dedication and skill of the craftsmen that have created it.
- This manuscript, entitled «Traité de stratégie militaire - Cérémonies et ordonnances des gages de bataille: manuscrit sur vélin», was created by the masters Joan Rolin and Francisco between the years 1460 y 1465.
- Written in French Gothic, consists of 48 sheets on parchment plus guards, totaling a total of 102 pages.
- Its dimensions are 23.5 x 16 cm.