The Book of Kells

Snakes, peacocks, lions, hares, mice, and more—in the Book of Kells.

The Book of Kells, c. 800, 340 vellum folios, 33.0 x 25.5 cm each (edges trimmed and gilded in the 19th century), MS 58 (Trinity College Library, Dublin). Speakers: Dr. Lauren Kilroy-Ewbank and Dr. Steven Zucker