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Leaf from a Greek Psalter and New Testament
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Covering half the page of this leaf is a miniature representing the Apostle Peter. Below are 13 lines of Greek text introduced by the Greek letter<em> pi</em> which is created by figures of Christ and Saint Peter. The leaf comes from a combined psalter (book of sacred songs) and the New Testament. In its design, it shows close parallels with examples that were created in Constantinople workshops.
| Artist / Maker | Byzantium, Constantinople |
|---|---|
| Date | 1084 |
| Culture / Origin | Byzantium, Constantinople |
| Medium | ink, tempera, and gold on vellum |
| Dimensions | Sheet: 16.3 x 10.9 cm (6 7/16 x 4 5/16 in.); Framed: 44.5 x 34.3 cm (17 1/2 x 13 1/2 in.); Matted: 40.6 x 30.5 cm (16 x 12 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Manuscript |
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