The Ascension. Introit "Viri Galilaei". Historiated initial "U" with miniature scene of the Virgin Mary and apostles observing Christ rising into heaven. Only the feet of Christ are visible. Illuminated border of brushed gold with flowers,...
Sunday in the Octave of the Ascension. Introit "Exaudi Domine". Historiated initial "E" with miniature scene of secular powers - two crowned figures and court - kneeling to the left of an altar, and ecclesiastical powers - pope, two bishops, and...
The Ascension (cont.). Introit "Viri Galilaei" (cont.). The beginning of the repeat of the antiphon is found at the bottom of the page, with an indication of the Gloria Patri. Versal: small initial "V".
First Sunday after Easter. Introit "Quasimodo geniti infante". Historiated initial "Q" with miniature scene of Thomas touching the spear wound of the risen Christ [in reference to the gospel for the day, John 20:19-31]. Illuminated border of...
Maundy Thursday (cont.). Introit "Nos autem gloriari oportet" (concl.). Red "ps" indicates Psalm verse "Deus misereatur nostri"; second half of Psalm verse written beside staff. Red "g" indicates Gradual "Christus factus est pro nobis". Versal:...
