This painting is part of the group: Pinnacle Panels
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On the right, John the Baptist holds a scroll with an inscription from the Old Testament (Isaiah 7: 14) 'ECCE VIRGO CO(N)CIPIET' (Behold a Virgin shall conceive).
The scroll probably read 'ECCE AGNUS DEI' (Behold the Lamb of God), the words usually associated with the Baptist.
The scroll probably read 'ECCE AGNUS DEI' (Behold the Lamb of God), the words usually associated with the Baptist.
Other paintings in this group: Pinnacle Panels
Giovanni da Milano
about 1365
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The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN