Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Roman de Tristan
France, probably Bourges, April 15, 1468
MS M.41 fol. 251v

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Legend, Tristan and Isolde: Galahad removing Skull of Lancelot, King of Gaul and Ireland, from Fountain -- Galahad, wearing black plumed helmet and armor, holding skull with both hands, leans over pool surrounding fountain. Bridled horse stands behind him; two lions sit next to the fountain. Scene in landscape.