Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
England, probably in Winchester, second half of 13th century
MS M.679 fol. 165v

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Psalm 069 (Vulg., 068).
Christ-Logos, cross-nimbed, half-figure, raises right hand in blessing and holds tripartite globe in left hand. Below, David, crowned, partially submerged in waters, raises both hands.
Figures on gold background within decorated initial S.