Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Germany, Augsburg, 1225-1249
MS M.275 fol. 2r

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Christ: Presentation -- Virgin Mary, nimbed, veiled, raises both hands to receive Christ Child, nimbed, hands extended toward the Virgin. The Child is held over draped altar by Simeon, nimbed, with draped hands, standing under architectural canopy. Two women, nimbed, veiled, stand behind Mary.
Scene against gold background in painted frame.