Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Gradual
Italy, ca. 1260-1270
MS M.933 fol. 207r

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Pentecost -- In upper register of initial S, Christ, crossed nimbus, gesturing with right hand, is seated on cushioned bench, looking toward left. He is flanked by two angels, nimbed, gesturing. Below, 11 apostles, nimbed, sit gesturing with one or both hands. Rays descend from cloud to each nimbus on which is flame.