Triod Tsvetnaya

4to (187 x 156mm.), illustrated manuscript on paper, 254 leaves, written in black ink in a semi-uncial hand, 25 lines, capitals, rubrics and headings in red, some initials with leafy extensions, 17 ornamental headpieces, 12 coloured in green, red, yellow, lilac and orange, contemporary blind-ruled and stamped leather over wooden boards, apparently incomplete, 32^{5 torn with loss of about half the text (repaired and the text supplied by a later hand), other small tears with slight loss (some repaired with letters supplied by a later hand), spotting and staining, lacking clasps and catches}

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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The Triod Tsvetnaya (or Pentekostarion) contains the services proper to the Easter season and Pentecost. The detailed colophon gives the exact date for completion of the manuscript as 14 March 7260 (i.e. 1752).