Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
Italy, probably Palermo, first quarter of the 14th century
MS G.60 fol. 463v

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Daniel: in Lions' Den -- In mouth of den, Daniel, pearled nimbus, kneels (?) before seven lions, touching the foremost. Above are angel and Habbakkuk who lowers basket (?) toward Daniel in den. Both have pearled nimbi.
Scene against blue background within initial A on gold background decorated with foliate extenders.
Beginning of Daniel.