Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Literary
France, March 9, 1474
MS G.23 fol. 11r

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Legend, Thebes: Oedipus blinding himself -- Oedipus, wearing crown over hat, seated on throne, holds right hand to right eye. He is flanked by his two sons, Eteocles and Polynices, who crush his eyes under their feet. Scene in gold frame.