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Roman de Tristan
France, probably Bourges, April 15, 1468
MS M.41 fol. 140v

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Legend, Tristan and Isolde: Hector of the Fens and Perceval resting -- Of two knights wearing black and gold armor, one reclines on side, supporting bleeding head with left arm supported by shield; the other, head bleeding, is seated on ground. Two swords and two shields are on ground. Scene in landscape with bridled horse with trappings at left and house in background.



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