MS 227: Erotemata by Manuel Chrysolaras, 16th century
Contents
The Erotemata ('Questions') was the first Greek grammar in use in Western Europe and it became widely popular among humanists after its publication in 1484. Manuel Chrysolaras (1355-1415), born in Constantinople, moved to Italy after having being invited by the humanist Coluccio Salutati to teach Greek in Florence.
Initials and headings are in red, one is illuminated.
Dates
- Creation: 16th century
Creator
- Chrysoloras, Manuel, c 1350-1415 (Diplomat, scholar and teacher of Greek literature) (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
Greek
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to all. The manuscripts can be consulted in the Centre for Research Collections, Edinburgh University Main Library.
Extent
1 bound MS volume
Custodial History
The manuscript was part of the library of the physician and book collector Dr. Anthony Askew (1722 - 1774) whose library was sold in 1775 and 1785. It seems to have been sold later at 'Bearcroft's Sale'.
Previous reference
Laing 184
Previous title
Title given to the manuscript in Catherine Borland's catalogue: Chrysolarae Erotemata.
Physical Facet
Material: Vellum.
Dimensions
14.50 cm x 9 cm.
Creator
- Chrysoloras, Manuel, c 1350-1415 (Diplomat, scholar and teacher of Greek literature) (Author, Person)
- Chrysoloras, Manuel, c 1350-1415. (Title of work: Erotemata.) (Author, Person)
Source
- Askew, Anthony, 1722-1774 (English physician and book collector) (Former owner, Person)
- Laing, David, 1793-1878 (antiquarian, bookseller, and librarian of the Signet Library) (Donor, Person)
Repository Details
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