Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Martyrology and rule of St. Benedict
Germany, Mönchengladbach, ca. 1140-1155
MS M.563 cover

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On center plaque of front cover, saint, decorated nimbus, possibly Christ, holding book in right hand sits on bench beside saint, nimbus, possibly Apostle Peter, holding book in both hands.
Corner medallions with Evangelist symbols, nimbed, with scrolls.