Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, Paris, between 1230 and 1239
MS M.92 fol. 18v

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1) Month, Occupation: August -- Man, wearing trousers, raises flail to thresh grain. Medallion with gold background.
2) Zodiac Sign: Virgo -- Between two trees, maiden holds plant in her extended left hand. Medallion with gold background.
3) Pen-flourished KL initials.