Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
France, between 1225 and 1250
MS M.65 fol. 447r

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Christ: Ascension -- Feet of Christ and hem of garment are visible below cloud at top of initial P. Below, Virgin Mary, nimbed and veiled, holding book with draped right hand, is flanked by three apostles, nimbed. Fantastic animal, mouth open, is at bottom of descender. Beginning of Acts of the Apostles. Pen-flourished initial I.