Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Germany, Franconia, ca. 1250
MS G.73 fol. 1r

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1) Evangelist Matthew, nimbed, stands within architectural frame, right hand raised and left hand holding scroll inscribed SANCTVS MATHEVS APOSTOLVS.
2) Zodiac Sign: Aquarius -- Male figure pours water from vessel, in tympanum above evangelist's head.