The illuminated prayer book known as the Gualenghi-d'Este Hours, for example, was made on the occasion of the marriage of Andrea Gualengo to Orsina d'Este, a member of the ruling family of the north Italian city of Ferrara. Around 1400 Brigitte Buettner, associate professor, department of art, Smith College, speaks in conjunction with the exhibition. Advance reservations for parking and seating are required. Admission to the Getty Center is always free. No parking reservations needed on Saturdays and Sundays or after 4 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays.
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