012, MS M.429, fol. 4v

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Saint Beatus, Presbyter of Liebana
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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
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Evangelist, Luke.

In draped architectural frame, Christ beardless, pearled nimbus, seated on cushioned bench, giving open book to Evangelist Luke, decorated nimbus; above, in medallion in gable, symbol of Evangelist Luke; starred and decorated background.
Beatus of Valcavado, In Apocalipsin, Praefatio.