Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
France, probably Paris, 1220-1230
MS M.313 fol. 146v

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Foliate initial E of Hymn for Ascension.
Pentecost -- Dove descends toward Apostle Peter, tonsured, raising right hand toward the dove and holding book. He is flanked by apostles, some holding books, some raising hands. All are seated.
Scene against gold background in quatrefoil inside foliate initial U within decorated frame of Hymn for Pentecost.