Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Literary
Italy, Florence, between 1470 and 1475
MS M.497 fol. 262r

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Margins and initial Q with floreate ornament.
In top margin is medallion enclosing fruit and leaves. The medallion is flanked by two birds. In left margin is bird.
In bottom margin is central medallion enclosing escutcheon with arms of Francesco Sassetti (argent a bend azure). Two winged putti (cherubs) support the medallion. Flanking the central medallion are two medallions, each enclosing pebble (emblem of Francesco Sassetti).