Adapted from Félibien, Plate III, Item V
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Manuscript book of vellum containing the works attributed to Denis the Areopagite with the commentaries of Saint Maxime. The cover is made of silver, ornamented with small ivory figures and enriched with many precious stones. This manuscript is a gift from the emperor Manuel II. Manuel Chrysoloras, his ambassador to France, personally brought it to Saint Denis in 1408 ....
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The Greek philosopher, Denis the Areopagite, was often conflated with Saint Denis during the Middle Ages. See Jameson, Sacred and Legendary Art: Life of Saint Denis.
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Louvre, pp. 276-81.
Other manuscripts in the Treasure of St. Denis.
Félibien, pages 317 and 541.
Louvre, no. 60, pp 276-81.
Montesquiou-Fezensac, I and II, no. 99.254,349;III pp 68-9, pl. 53.
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Last updated by:JV Date: November 28, 2006