Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Commentary
Spain, perhaps Toledo, 1220
MS M.429 fol. 13r

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Christ: in Mandorla -- Two angels, pearled nimbi, holding almond-shaped mandorla enclosing half figure of Christ, pearled crossed nimbus, seated, book in left hand.
Below, Archangel Michael, pearled nimbus, scroll in left hand, transfixing winged Dragon with spear, flanked by two winged fantastic animals supporting the mandorla; starred and decorated background.
Beatus of Valcavado, In Apocalipsin, Praefatio.