Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Turkey, Istanbul, mid 12th century
MS M.692 fol. 222r

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1) Two crosses with double traverse;
below, 2) Moses: Serpent of Brass -- Moses nimbed, beardless, scroll in left hand, right extended toward serpent encircling cross with double traverse on platform above human head.
Illustration for Sunday before the Elevation of the Cross; John 3:13-17.