Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
France, possibly Paris, between 1250 and 1275
MS M.970 fol. 409r

See more information »

Beginning of Philemon.
Apostle Paul, nimbed, holds sword in right hand, within decorated initial P.
Beginning of Hebrews, Prologue.
Initial I decorated with fantastic animal, winged, wearing hat.
Beginning of Hebrews.
Apostle, Paul: preaching -- Apostle Paul, nimbed, raises right forefinger toward three men, wearing pointed hats (one with only top of hat visible). Scene within decorated initial M.