SYMBOL OF THE EVANGELIST MATTHEW, The Gospel Book of Durrow

Page from the Gospel of Matthew. Probably made at Iona, Scotland, or in northern England. Second half of 7th century. Ink and tempera on parchment, 9 5/8 x 6 1/8″ (24.4 x 15.5 cm). Trinity College, Dublin.

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