Jean Corbechon, Livre des propriétés des choses

Amadeus VIII, Count of Savoy

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Amadeus VIII, Count of Savoy (1383-1451) was the grandnephew of Charles V of France (1338-1380) and grandson of Jean de Berry (1340-1416) who is depicted on fol. 13r. Amadeus VIII’s emblem was the lily, which is featured in various miniatures throughout the manuscript.