Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Abrégé des histoires divines
France, possibly Amiens, between 1300 and 1310
MS M.751 fol. 3v

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Jacob and Esau: Selling of Birthright --Jacob or Esau, gesturing with both hands stands facing the other holding garment by right sleeve.
Figures against gold background within pink and blue frame decorated with white ornament.
Miniature inserted near text relating to Esau selling part of his birthright to Jacob.