Saint Beatus, Presbyter of Liebana
-798
Commentary on the Apocalypse and commentary on the Book of Daniel
1220
Spain, perhaps Toledo
520 x 370 mm
MS M.429
Purchased by J. Pierpont Morgan (1837-1913) in 1910
Summary
Apocalypse: First Resurrection (Revelation 20:4-6) -- Christ beardless, pearled crossed nimbus, holding book, seated on cushioned bench, before saints, some nimbed, one holding book, seated on cushioned benches; below, sixteen doves representing souls of martyrs.
Decorated and starred background; inscription on top of miniature, TRONOS SEDENTES ET IUDIERUM DATUM EST EIS.
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