Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Roman de la Rose
France, 1340-1350
MS M.185 fol. 26r

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Roman de la Rose: Scene, Lover encountering Jealousy, Shame and Fear -- Lover, gesturing with both hands, standing on frame of miniature, looks toward Jealousy, Shame and Fear, as women, two raising right hands, one with right hand on breast.
Figures against gold background enclosed in pink and blue frame with gold corners, each decorated with ivy leaves.
Below miniature, pen-flourished initial L beginning text LORS LA P(AR) PAROLE ASSAILLI / GARS POUR QUOY AS LE CUER FAILLI.