Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, perhaps Paris, ca. 1500
M.62 fol. 72r

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David: commanding Uriah -- David, crowned, sits on throne beneath canopy, He extends left hand with letter toward Uriah, wearing armor, sword at waist, and shield slung over shoulder. He extends right hand to take the letter. Behind him are four figures, wearing hats. Harp in background.
Margins are decorated with floreate border, including cornflowers and strawberries, inhabited by two fantastic animals and bird.