Paperblanks Flexis Spinola Hours Ancient Illumination Midi Softcover Notebook

Summary Paperblanks Spinola Hours Ancient Illumination is a Midi Flexis journal inspired by one of the most visually sophisticated Flemish manuscripts of the 16th century. This flexible 4.75 x 6.75 inch journal is available with lined or blank pages and features 176 pages of smooth 100 gsm paper, an elastic band closure and a back cover pouch. Product Story The design is based on the Spinola Hours, an illuminated manuscript created in Belgium around 1510–1520. Known for its remarkable naturalistic illusionism and richly decorated pages, the manuscript is a striking example of how devotional books could also become works of extraordinary visual art. This book of hours includes a calendar of Church holidays, prayers, hymns, readings and other devotional texts, all presented with richly illuminated detail. Paperblanks reproduces one of those pages here as part of its collaboration with the J. Paul Getty Museum, giving this journal a strong connection to both manuscript history and decorative design. What makes this special? ✓ Getty Museum collaboration: The design is based on a page from the Spinola Hours, a celebrated Flemish illuminated manuscript in the J. Paul Getty Museum collection. ✓ Choice of page style: Choose lined pages for writing or blank pages for sketching, visual notes and more open-ended use. ✓ Comfortable everyday size: The Midi format gives you useful writing space while still fitting easily into a bag or work tote. ✓ Flexible softcover: The Flexis cover and spine feel comfortable in hand while keeping the journal lighter than a traditional hardcover. ✓ Open-flat binding: Smyth-sewn binding helps the journal lay flat, making it easier to write across the page. ✓ Useful finishing details: An elastic band closure, ribbon marker and back cover pouch add practical function for everyday notes and journaling. Product Features Brand: Paperblanks Product Type: Flexis journal Design/Series: Spinola Hours; Ancient Illumination Color: Multi-color Cover: Flexible softcover with decorative printed cover paper Interior: Lined or blank paper Page Count: 176 pages Paper Weight: 100 gsm Paper Type: Smooth, acid-free sustainable forest paper Line Spacing: 6.67 mm on lined version Lines per Page: 21 on lined version Dimensions: 4.75 x 6.75 x 0.5 inches (120 x 175 x 12 mm) Binding: Smyth-sewn binding with threaded stitching; opens flat Closure: Elastic band closure Ribbon Marker: 1 ribbon marker Pouch: Inside back cover pouch Sustainability: Acid-free sustainable forest paper EAN: Lined: 9781439793930; Blank: 9781439793947 Art Inspiration: Inspired by an illuminated manuscript page from the Spinola Hours, created circa 1510–1520 in Belgium and held by the J. Paul Getty Museum