Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
Egypt, 77273, late 9th century, ca. 897/98
MS M.570 fol. 2r

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Alpha and Omega, two crosses and inscription IC XC flanking ornamental cross above rectangular headpiece decorated with interlace and geometric ornament, foliage at upper corners; decorated initial;
in left margin, foliate scroll; in lower margin, rectangular decorated motif flanked by two confronted doves.