Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Germany, Augsburg, 1225-1249
MS M.275 fol. 9r

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Psalm 102 (Vulg., 101):
Pentecost -- With Apostle Peter, seated at center with book in left hand and right hand raised, possibly in blessing, dove of Holy Ghost, cross-nimbed, descends from cloud toward seated Apostles, one holding book; red rays extend from nimbus of dove to heads of Apostles.
Scene against gold background within decorated initial D within painted frame.