The Entry into Jerusalem

Benedictional of St. Aethelwold Author: Godeman, scribe / Winchester; 971-984 Language: Latin Source/Shelfmark: Add. 49598, f.45v [Whole folio] Preface to the blessing for Palm Sunday. Christ is astride a donkey, and followed by a group of people with golden palm branches. Two youths at the city gate spread mantles under the donkey's feet, and above them other figures lean out from the city walls or are up a tree throwing flowers. The scene is surrounded by frame of 'Winchester' acanthus, with round bosses at each corner Image taken from Benedictional of St. Aethelwold. Originally published/produced in Winchester; 971-984.