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Psalm: 22
Iconography: David and Christ clasp each other in intimate embrace. Christ places in David's mouth the tiny naked body of a soul: he has converted my soul. They stand on clear water: Upon the water of refreshment he has restored me.
Art: Under drawing, perhaps of fish, visible in the water beneath David. Pricking visible on left margin.
Thread stitch: yes
Historical Relevance:
Quire: Last page of quire 7


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