Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Germany, around Halle, ca. 1220-1230
MS M.299 fol. 9v

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Pentecost -- Flame (?) descends above Virgin Mary, fluted nimbus, as orant, seated on cushioned bench with footstool. She is surrounded by eight nimbed apostles, five with pearled nimbi, four tonsured. Four raise their right hands, two hold books, and Peter holds key in his left hand.
Decorated frame.