Auckland Libraries

Listen to Georgia Prince talk about one of Auckland Libraries particularly beautiful medieval manuscripts, the Besancon missal, created in 1470. Discover how medieval manuscripts were created and why they have always been luxury objects. The process of making the vellum, sourcing the best pigments, and commissioning the best artists and apprentices were time-consuming and expensive tasks. Learn more about this manuscript: https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/meet-a-rare-book-ep1-medieval-manuscripts.aspx Enjoy other Meet a Rare Book episodes from the series playlist: https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/meet-a-rare-book.aspx Sound: Originally recorded on 3 August 2021 for the Meet a Rare Book Collection SA_0078_025 Image: Catholic Church. Besancon missal, 1470. MS G.139.017 Music: https://www.purple-planet.com; https://www.chosic.com; zapsplat.com Production Credits: Edited and presented for podcast by Mark Gosper, 2021. Staff talks presented by Georgia Prince recorded by Sue Berman [2