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The Judge Judah (?)

German 13th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page. The page features a large initial 'V' with intricate designs in the center-left section. The initial is set against a gold background with red and blue foliage-like decorations. To the left of the initial is a figure draped in robes standing on a green base. The figure is stylized with a halo surrounding the head. The text on the page is written in a medieval Latin script, with the first line highlighted in red. The style is typical of medieval manuscript illumination.

Artwork Details

Date
1210/1220
Medium
miniature on vellum
Dimensions
4758 × 7482 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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