Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Gospel Book
Austria, Salzburg, second quarter 11th century
MS M.781 fol. 134v

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Christ: Presentation -- Female attendant holds two doves, beside Virgin Mary, pearled nimbus, extending Christ Child cross-nimbed, with right hand raised in blessing, and left hand holding roll, toward Simeon nimbed, extending draped hands.
Scene in architectural setting.
Illustration of Gospel of Luke 2:22-38.