Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Il filostrato
Italy, Naples, 1414
MS M.0371 fol. 006r

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Legend, Troilus and Cressida: Troilus and Cressida at Temple of Pallas -- Statue surmounts pedestal below domed roof of temple supported by four columns; statue of lion seated on each side of the dome. Flanking the temple are three men including Troilus, two wearing bi-color hose, all standing, and six women including Cressida, kneeling, two (?) with joined hands raised. Pen-flourished initial L.