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Psalter
France, Paris, between 1228-1247
MS M.283 fol. 19r

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Psalm 001 (Vulg., 001).
David: as Musician -- David, crowned, seated on bench with legs crossed, plays harp.
David: encountering Goliath [David beheading Goliath] -- With sword held in both hands, young David beheads Goliath, falling to knees, decorated shield on left arm.
Scenes occur within decorated initial B with foliate ornament.



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