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Rabbula Gospels

completed 586

Not on view

The Rabbula Gospels represent the artistic prowess of the Syriac Church. Elaborate arcades frame the Canon Tables that show parallels between Gospel passages. Among the images on these pages are King David with his lyre, the Nativity, and the Wedding at Cana witnessed by the Virgin and Christ.

Rabbula Gospels, Ink and colors on parchment; 292 folios — This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Rabbula Gospels, Ink and colors on parchment; 292 folios

Rabbula Gospels, Ink and colors on parchment; 292 folios

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Folio 4v

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Folio 5r

Title: Rabbula Gospels

Date: completed 586

Geography: Made in Syria (?)

Medium: Ink and colors on parchment; 292 folios

Dimensions: 13 3/16 x 10 7/16 in. (33.5 x 26.5 cm)

Classification: Manuscripts

Credit Line: Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana, Florence (Plut. I. 56)

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