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English: A folio (page) of the Maastricht Book of Hours (BL Stowe MS17), an illuminated manuscript known for its lively depictions of animals and half-animals. It was probably produced in the Liège-Maastricht area in the first quarter of the 14th century. The book of hours was probably made for an aristocratic lady, who is possibly depicted in it. In the 18th century it was owned by the 1st Duke of Buckingham and Chandos (1776–1839), who in 1849 sold it to Lord Ashburham. In 1883 it was purchased by the British Library as part of the Stowe collection. Folios f18r up to f131r constitute the Little Office of Our Lady, also known as Hours of the Virgin. It starts with a large decorated initial on the right hand page (recto), here with a depiction of the Madonna and Child. At the bottom a decorated border with floral motives supporting an architectural structure. On the ground floor is a woman kneeling down in prayer, possibly the owner of the prayer book. Above her an angel playing a musical instrument.