Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Missal
Italy, possibly Teramo or Bologna, between 1375 and 1399? or during the second half of 14th century?
MS G.16 fol. 9r

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Christ: Nativity -- Initial P enclosing Virgin Mary, nimbed and veiled, raising right hand, kneels next to wattle manger, looking down at Christ Child, nimbed, swaddled, reclining in the manger. Ox and ass are next to the manger
Lower margin and initial decorated with foliate ornament. Pen-flourished initials.
Beginning of Introit for Mass on Christmas Day.