Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
France, Paris, between 1228-1247
MS M.283 fol. 18v

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Christ: Crucifixion -- Christ, decorated crossed nimbus, wearing loincloth, blood issuing from wounds, is affixed to cross with three nails. He is flanked by Virgin Mary, decorated nimbus, veiled, raising right hand and holding left hand to cheek, and Evangelist John, decorated nimbus, raising right hand and holding book in draped left hand.
Scene occurs in mandorla set in diapered background enclosed in decorated frame.