Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
England, probably in Winchester, second half of 13th century
MS M.679 fol. 69v

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Psalm 27 (Vulg., 26).
David: anointed -- Samuel, nimbed, pours oil from vessel of affusion over head of David, seated, holding staff. Second man stands to right of David.
Figures on gold background within decorated initial D.