Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
France, perhaps Paris, ca. 1245-1250
MS M.269 fol. 224r

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Within initial D:
Solomon , crowned, is seated cross-legged, his right hand on blade of upturned sword held by hilt in left hand of another man.
Scene against gold background within initial with foliate extensions containing bird.
Beginning of Wisdom of Solomon (Vulg., Wisdom).