Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Commentary
Spain, perhaps Toledo, 1220
MS M.429 fol. 73r

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Apocalypse: Seal V, Souls of Martyrs (Revelation 6:9-11) -- Half figure of Christ beardless, pearled nimbus, book in left hand, in mandorla flanked by stars and two trees; below, hanging lamps and votive offerings flanking draped altar; below, two groups of martyrs, some holding books; decorated and starred background inscribed AD HOS DATE SUNT STOLE ALBE EST DICTUM EST.