Feb 25, 2019
Oversize Ms. Codex 254 - [Teseide]
This is a manuscript of the Teseida (The Theseid, Concerning the Nuptials of Emily) by Boccaccio, one of the most important writers of the Italian 14th century (his masterpiece is the Decameron!). It tells the story of the rivalry between Palemone and Arcita for the heart of Emilia.
Do you want to see more? Here’s the facsimile (or here for additional information).