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Text, folio 162 (verso), from a Gospel Book with Commentaries

Cleveland Museum of Art

Text written in brown ink on yellowed parchment, filling most of the page. The text appears to be written in an old language, possibly Greek. The handwriting is cursive and ornate. The parchment has visible signs of aging, including dark spots and discoloration around the edges, and a darker brown stain near the top. The edges of the pages are rough and uneven. The book is open to a verso page, with the left side of the book visible, showing the stacked pages. The background is dark gray. Gospel Book with Commentaries.

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714 × 900 px
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