Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
Netherlands, probably Utrecht, ca. 1290
MS M.34 fol. 107r

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Psalm 069 (Vulg., 068):
Adam and Eve: Expulsion -- Angel, scalloped nimbus, holds flaming sword in right hand and places left hand on shoulder of Adam, nude, standing beside Eve, nude, both covering themselves with fig leaves.
Scene on gold background in decorated initial S.
In right margin bird perches on end of foliate bar.