Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter-Hours
Germany, Cologne, between 1250 and 1274
MS M.94 fol. 6v

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1) Apostle Matthias, nimbed, stands with right hand raised in blessing, and book in left hand. Name inscribed SANCTVS MATHIAS in tympanum above him.
2) Zodiac Sign: Capricornus -- Goat rears up beside tree, in tympanum below the apostle's feet