Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Germany, Augsburg, ca. 1235-1250
MS M.280 fol. 11r

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Christ: Ascension -- Christ, visible only from knees down, in mandorla supported by two angels, nimbed, disappears at top of miniature. Below, Virgin Mary, nimbed, veiled, stands in orans position, flanked by Apostles, some nimbed, Apostle Peter holding large key.
Scene on gold background in painted frame.