Download image:
Saint Beatus, Presbyter of Liebana
-798
Commentary on the Apocalypse and commentary on the Book of Daniel
Spain, perhaps Toledo
1220
520 x 370 mm
Purchased by J. Pierpont Morgan (1837-1913) in 1910
MS M.429
Page description:
Apocalypse: Vial III, Rivers of Blood.
Apocalypse: Vial III, Rivers of Blood (Revelation 16:4) -- Nimbed angel issuing from cloud, pouring out vial upon rivers and fountains; starred background; inscribed on top of frame ET TERCIUS ANGELUS EFFUDIT FIALA SUPER FLUMINA.