Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter-Hours
France, probably Thérouanne, ca. 1265
MS M.97 fol. 12v

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Christ: Presentation -- Prophetess Anna, scalloped nimbus, veiled, holding basket of doves in right hand and two candles in draped left hand, stands behind Virgin Mary, scalloped nimbus, veiled, supporting Christ Child, scalloped nimbus, standing on draped altar and extending arms toward draped hands of Simeon with scalloped nimbus.
Scene against gold background within Gothic architectural frame decorated with abstract ornament.