Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Gradual
Germany, Nuremberg, 1507-1510
MS M.905 I, fol. 121r

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Christ: Entry into Jerusalem -- Nimbed Apostles, including Peter and Evangelist John, follow Christ, rayed, cross-nimbed, with reins in left hand and right hand raised, astride ass treading on garment spread by youth. People witness approach from city gate, some wearing hats, one with joined hands raised. Scene within decorated initial D.
In lower margin, peacock with tail feathers fanned, amid foliate ornament.