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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: Scarlet Woman on Waters.
Apocalypse: Scarlet Woman on Waters (Revelation 17:1-2) -- Scarlet Woman crowned, seated on cushioned bench, giving goblet to one of two crowned kings; starred background; inscription on top of frame, UBI MULIER REGES PROPINAT DE CALICE PLENO SANGUINE.