Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Gospel Book
France, possibly Marchiennes, second half of 10th century
MS M.319 fol. 123v

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Evangelist John, nimbed, pen in right hand, sits on cushioned bench, feet on footstool, beside open book on lectern. Rolls in chest in background. Evangelist symbol, nimbed, emerges above clouds.
Figures within architectural setting with foliate ornament.