Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Germany, Augsburg, 1225-1249
MS M.275 fol. 4r

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Psalm 039 (Vulg., 038):
Christ: before Pilate -- Christ, cross-nimbed, bound at wrists, stands before Pilate, left hand raised, wearing pointed hat, legs crossed, seated on bench. Three figures in background, two behind Christ, one behind Pilate.
Scene against gold background within decorated initial D within painted frame