Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Bible
France, perhaps Paris, ca. 1245-1250
MS M.269 fol. 384r

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Within initial P:
Apostle, Paul: preaching -- Paul, holding cross in raised arms, stands facing three men in pointed hats, one holding his head with his right hand, another gesturing with his right hand.
Scene against gold background within initial decorated with foliate extension.
Beginning of Romans.