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ca. 1240 AD

This leaf, depicting St. Jerome's Vulgate Version of the Bible, is printed on a fine vellum. These small Bibles were produced in great numbers by the Dominicans between 1250-1275 AD.

West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV

Late 15th century - French

This leaf, written on vellum and embellished with gold, is an example of a small antiphonal page.

Typically printed in large volumes to be used by entire choirs, smaller antiphonals were made to be used by individuals and were much less common.

West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV.

Early 16th century - Paris (?)

With the advancement of printing techniques throughout the 15th century, printed versions of the Book of Hours were more common because they became easier and cheaper to mass produce.

West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV.

Early 16th century - Paris (?)

These leaves are an example of a printed Book of Hours.

Although the text was done in print, all of the ornate drawing and coloring was still done by hand.

West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV.

Late 12th century - Chinese

West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV.