Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Belgium, Liège, ca. 1290-1305
MS M.155 fol. 85v

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Psalm 086 (Vulg., 085):
Female saint, decorated nimbus, stands with palm branch in right hand.
Figure against gold background in architectural setting of tower with foliate extensions, forming initial I.
In upper margin, bird sits on tail of hybrid animal with body of wingless dragon.