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Fragment of a Historiated Initial from a Choir Book: Christ in Majesty

Michelino Molinari da Besozzo

Cleveland Museum of Art

Medieval-style painting of Christ surrounded by angels and saints; Christ wears a pink shirt and blue pants with a gold halo, holding a book and pointing; he sits on a blue and gold background with a red sunburst; angels and saints are arranged in a circle around him, some playing instruments; a blue and red cloud and gold sky are above; buildings are on either side; the style is colorful and ornate.

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1263 × 747 px
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