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MS M.1042 fol. 2r
Breviary fragment (MS M.1042). Paris, France, 1285-1297.

Medallion 1:
Month, Occupation: February -- Toward fire in chimney, hooded man extends sock in right hand (drying), lifts right leg with left hand, and sits on bench, beneath ledge on which is vessel. Gold punched diapered background.
Medallion 2:
Zodiac Sign: Pisces -- Two fishes connected by line. Gold punched diapered background.
Initials KL decorated in champide.

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Month, Occupation: February


Zodiac Sign: Pisces