Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
England, perhaps Oxford, ca. 1265
MS G.42 fol. 176r

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Psalm 110 (Vulg., 109).
Trinity -- Within architectural setting, beneath poly-lobed arch, dove of Holy Ghost, cross-nimbed, emerges from cloud and is flanked by Christ, cross-nimbed and beardless, right hand raised, holding book in left hand, and by God, cross-nimbed, right hand raised, holding book in left hand on left knee. Both are seated on cushioned bench, pierced with quatrefoil and circles; each with one foot on cloud.
Figures on blue patterned background within initial D decorated with short extension containing foliate ornament.