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Late 17th-Century Latin Roman Missal Leaf
In Vigilia Ascensionis (Vigil of the Ascension)
Original leaf from a Roman Catholic Missal containing the liturgy for the Vigil of the Ascension. Printed in Latin in two columns with red and black rubrication, including sections titled Oratio, Secreta, Postcommunio, and readings from the Acts of the Apostles.
The verso features a finely engraved winged angel head tailpiece, characteristic of Baroque ecclesiastical ornament. Typography includes Roman type with long “s” usage and structured marginal references typical of post-Tridentine liturgical printing.
Likely printed c. 1680–1720.
A strong example of early modern Catholic liturgical book production, suitable for collectors of ecclesiastical history, Latin texts, or decorative devotional printing.
Condition:
Age toning consistent with period. Light edge wear and minor surface handling marks. Margins intact. No modern restoration observed.
Dimensions: approx. 13 x 9 inches.
