Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Gospel Book
Austria, Salzburg, second quarter 11th century
MS M.781 fol. 69r

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Christ: Entry into Jerusalem -- Two apostles follow Christ, pearled crossed nimbus, with right hand raised in blessing, and roll in left hand, riding astride bridled ass approaching one of two youths spreading garment, the other in tree; city gate attached to architectural setting with domed towers.
Illustration of Gospel of Matthew 12:7-9.