Who created "Hours of Francis I"?

Hours of Francis I was created by Master of François de Rohan in 1539–40.

When was "Hours of Francis I" created?

This artwork was created 1539–40.

What medium is "Hours of Francis I"?

Hours of Francis I is Illuminated manuscript on parchment, bound in leather with gilt.

Is "Hours of Francis I" in the public domain?

Yes, Hours of Francis I is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Hours of Francis I

Master of François de Rohan

1539–40

Medium

Illuminated manuscript on parchment, bound in leather with gilt

Dimensions

Overall, bound dimensions, confirmed: 8 3/16 x 5 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. (20.8 x 14.6 x 3.8 cm) Approximate dimensions of book in book cradle support:: 9 1/2 × 11 1/2 × 9 in. (24.1 × 29.2 × 22.9 cm)

Classification

Parchment

Culture

French, Paris or Tours

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Purchase, several members of The Chairman’s Council Gifts and 2011 Benefit Fund, 2011

Accession Number

2011.353

Hours of Francis I

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