The Book of Ruth

This material is held atUniversity of Manchester Library

  • Reference
    • GB 133 Eng MS 201
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1905
  • Physical Description
    • 159 x 119 mm. 1 volume (16 folios); Medium: vellum. Binding: full-bound in olive morocco by Riviere & Son.

Scope and Content

Calligraphic manuscript of the Book of Ruth from the Old Testament, written and illuminated on vellum by Hesba D. Webb. Enclosed is a note from the Manchester booksellers Sherratt & Hughes, stating that only one copy was issued on vellum and illuminated, 1905.