Double-Sided Gospel Leaf, first half 14th century, Made in Tigray, Ethiopia, Ethiopian, Tempera on parchment, Overall: 10 15/16

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Double-Sided Gospel Leaf, first half 14th century, Made in Tigray, Ethiopia, Ethiopian, Tempera on parchment, Overall: 10 15/16 x 7 1/2 in. ( x 19 cm), Manuscripts and Illuminations, The Tigray region of Ethiopia converted to Christianity in the fourth century and became a very important ally of the Byzantine empire, ruled from Constantinople (Istanbul), in controlling the trade routes to India

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Size: 3895px × 5561px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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