Summary Paperblanks Spinola Hours Ancient Illumination is a Mini Flexis lined journal inspired by a richly detailed 16th-century Flemish manuscript. This compact 3.75 x 5.5 inch journal features a flexible cover, 208 lined pages, Smyth-sewn binding, an elastic band closure and a back cover memento pouch. Product Story The Spinola Hours design is based on the Spinola Hours, a lavishly illuminated Flemish prayer book from the 16th century. Known for its intricate borders, refined color and extraordinary attention to detail, the manuscript reflects a period when devotional books could also be remarkable works of art. This Paperblanks Flexis edition is part of the brand’s collaboration with the J. Paul Getty Museum, where the original manuscript is held. In the Mini format, the design brings that historic illumination into a small, practical journal for notes, lists, observations and everyday writing. What makes this special? ✓ Getty Museum connection: The design is based on the Spinola Hours, a 16th-century Flemish illuminated manuscript held by the J. Paul Getty Museum. ✓ Compact everyday size: The Mini format slips easily into a bag, desk drawer or travel pouch for quick notes and small writing moments. ✓ Flexible softcover: The Flexis cover and spine feel comfortable in hand while keeping the journal lighter than a traditional hardcover. ✓ Open-flat binding: Smyth-sewn binding helps the journal lay flat, giving you a smoother writing surface. ✓ Practical finishing details: An elastic band closure, ribbon marker and back cover memento pouch make this small journal useful for daily writing. Product Features Brand: Paperblanks Product Type: Flexis lined journal Design/Series: Spinola Hours; Ancient Illumination Cover: Flexible softcover with decorative printed cover paper Interior: Lined Page Count: 208 pages Paper Weight: 80 gsm Paper Type: Acid-free sustainable forest paper Lines per Page: 19 Dimensions: 3.75 x 5.5 inches (9 x 15.125 cm) Binding: Smyth-sewn binding; opens flat Closure: Elastic band closure Ribbon Marker: 1 ribbon marker Pouch: Back cover memento pouch Sustainability: Acid-free sustainable forest paper EAN: 9781439793954 Art Inspiration: Inspired by the Spinola Hours, a 16th-century Flemish illuminated manuscript from the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum