Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Turkey, Istanbul, mid 12th century
MS M.692 fol. 264r

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Christ: Presentation -- Prophetess Anna nimbed, veiled, roll in right hand, left hand raised, following Simeon nimbed, veiled hands extended toward Christ Child cross-nimbed, arms extended, held by Virgin Mary, nimbed and veiled, followed by Joseph nimbed, carrying two doves in veiled hands.
Illustration for Feast of the Presentation, February 2; Luke 2:22-40.