De Civitate Dei

Just to give an idea of the work of the copyists. This particular parchment books, lusciously illuminated, we had the exceptional privilege (not available for ordinary public) to see open is the "City of God" by St. Augustin, the gentleman with whom I was chatting in my photo of 24 January...

[Caterina]

These ancient manuscripts are really fascinating. Nice capture

[Walks @ 7]

A true gift to view.

[Marnie]

Woweee, how fantastic to be able to see something like that up close and personal. That illumination is amazing.

[Domenico Dodaro]

@caterina They are! Thank you Caterina!
@joysabin It was: we couldn't touch it, of course, but it felt almost like we could!
@golftragic A wonderful piece of artwork. Thank you!