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Bible
France or England, ca. 1260-1270
MS M.138 fol. 78v

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Naomi and Elimelech: in Moab -- Within upper register of decorated initial I, Elimelech, wearing pointed hat, carries staff with cloth tied at end over shoulder and points with right hand.
Below, in lower register, Naomi, wearing berbette, raises left hand, pointing. Mahlon and Chilion stand beside her.
Illustration for Ruth 1:1.



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