Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
France or England, ca. 1260-1270
MS M.138 fol. 178r

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Psalm 069 (Vulg., 068).
Christ-Logos, decorated crossed nimbus, half-figure, raises right hand in blessing and holds globe in left hand.
Below, David, crowned, orant, nude, partially submerged in waters, looks up toward Christ-Logos.
Scene within decorated initial S with marginal extender.