Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Psalter
France, Paris, between 1495 and 1498
MS M.934 fol. 68v

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Virgin Mary: Annunciation -- Gabriel, nimbed, holds scepter in right hand and raises left hand. From above, rays point toward Virgin Mary, nimbed, kneeling at lectern, upon which is open book. Scene in room decorated with curtain.
Margin is decorated with foliate border, including daisies and strawberries, inhabited by dragonfly and bird.