Breviary, Latin.- Oficio Divino, 146 leaves, manuscript on vellum

Breviary, Latin. Oficio Divino, 146 leaves, manuscript on vellum in red and black, enlarged initial in gilt for Psalm 88, corrective annotation in vernacular Spanish for Psalm 37, some surface soiling, yellowing (as often), some leaves with irregular edges or repaired, without loss, some remnants of cloth ties, bookseller's label to rear pastedown, original calf, rebacked, brass corners pieces and embossed centre piece to covers, lacking clasps, folio, [Spain], c.18th-century. *** Containing Psalms 26 to 108 as well as 8 additional psalms included for ease of access for church services at the end of the manuscript. It is structured with the aim of sanctifying the various moments of the day; this liturgy is commonly called the Divine Office.

Estimate:£3,000

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