Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Gospel Book
Italy, 11th century
MS M.748 fol. 8v

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Evangelist Matthew, decorated nimbus, seated on cushioned bench, feet on footstool, pen in right hand, writing inscription from Matthew 1:1 in book on lectern, beside cross-inscribed bench on which is inkpot; man beside the lectern; draped architectural setting; decorated border.