Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Italy, second half of 11th century
MS G.62 fol. 35r

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Psalm 021 (Vulg., 020).
Christ: in Mandorla -- Within mandorla, Christ, decorated crossed nimbus inscribed OVP, right hand raised in blessing, is seated on cushioned bench with feet on footstool. He is flanked by half-figures of two angels, nimbed, hands raised.
Figures appear within and above upper border of frame decorated with foliate ornament enclosing Initial D and letters NE, also decorated with foliate and interlace ornament outlined in red on gold ground.