Marriage from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 229v
Detail of a miniature of a priest marrying a couple. Image taken from f. 229v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman by a bier from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 205
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman by a bier, on which lays a dead body. Image taken from f. 205 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Woman and man from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 140v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a woman with a domestic implement, and a man with a pot. Image taken from f. 140v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Monkey teasing bear from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 155v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a monkey teasing a bear chained to a tree. Image taken from f. 155v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Virgin raising man from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 214v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of the Virgin Mary raising a man from a tomb. Image taken from f. 214v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Monk giving a chalice and host to Mary of Egypt from BL Royal 10 E IV,...
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a monk giving a chalice and a host to Mary of Egypt. Image taken from f. 286 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Lion and dragon from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 80v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a lion and a dragon. Image taken from f. 80v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Hermit entering cave from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 135v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a hermit entering his cave. Image taken from f. 135v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man directing a child from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 13v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man directing a child towards another. Image taken from f. 13v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Mouth of Hell from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 259v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of one king leaving another in the mouth of Hell. Image taken from f. 259v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two knights fighting over a hound from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 105
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two knights fighting over possession of a hound. Image taken from f. 105 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Devil pushing a monk from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 226
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a devil pushing a monk off a bridge. Image taken from f. 226 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Three men from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 20v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of three men by a stream. Image taken from f. 20v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 29
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman outside a church. Image taken from f. 29 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man asperging from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 108v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man asperging a couple seated at a dining table. Image taken from f. 108v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
King, hounds and two men from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 162
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a king, two other men, and hounds. Image taken from f. 162 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Rabbits from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 61
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two rabbits dragging a naked man by the heels; another rabbit walks behind. Image taken from f. 61 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals').... more
Mary of Egypt from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 271v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of Mary of Egypt leaving a building carrying bread; a nun gestures towards her. Image taken from f. 271v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals... more
Group of people from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 25v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a group of people, one holding a dish and a pot. Image taken from f. 25v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Virgin Mary from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 198v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of the Virgin Mary leading a bishop and woman away from a church. Image taken from f. 198v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Three monks from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 281v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of three monks. Image taken from f. 281v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
People at a table from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 37
Bas-de-page scene of people dining at a table. Image taken from f. 37 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Mary of Egypt feeding a lion, a bear and a stag from BL Royal 10 E IV,...
Bas-de-page scene of Mary of Egypt feeding a lion, a bear and a stag. Image taken from f. 280v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two dogs and a bear from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 155
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two dogs and a bear. Image taken from f. 155 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
King attacked by knight from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 85v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a king in a tent being attacked by a mounted knight. Image taken from f. 85v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Virgin Mary rescuing monk from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 227
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of the Virgin Mary, on a bridge, rescuing a monk who has just been thrown off by a devil. Image taken from f. 227 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield ... more
Man kneeling before an altar from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 200
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man kneeling before an altar, watched by another man and a woman. Image taken from f. 200 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Writte... more
Two goats from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 154v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two goats by a tree. Image taken from f. 154v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Lady and unicorn from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 153
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a lady and a unicorn. Image taken from f. 153 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two ships from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 19
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two ships engaged in a battle. Image taken from f. 19 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Grotesque and a dragon from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 176
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a grotesque and a dragon. Image taken from f. 176 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man reading a book from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 4v
Bas-de-page scene of a man reading a book, and two other men underneath a tree. Image taken from f. 4v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Monk inviting Mary of Egypt from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 283
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a monk inviting a hairy Mary of Egypt back to his monastery. Image taken from f. 283 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 92
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman. Image taken from f. 92 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman in tent from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 311
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman in a tent. Image taken from f. 311 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two monks from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 289
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two monks, one in the doorway of a church. Image taken from f. 289 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Three men from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 231v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man seated on a hillock between two others. Image taken from f. 231v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man before a bishop from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 172v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man coming before a bishop. Image taken from f. 172v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Monk leading hermit from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 118v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a monk with a crozier leading the sinful hermit from his cave. Image taken from f. 118v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Men playing a game from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 94v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of men playing a game with bats and a ball. Image taken from f. 94v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Women outside building from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 69v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of women outside a building Image taken from f. 69v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman conversing from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 84
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman conversing. Image taken from f. 84 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Three kings from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 258
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of three kings kneeling as a priest says Mass. Image taken from f. 258 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Abbot blessing monks from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 224v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of an abbot blessing a group of monks. Image taken from f. 224v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman before a king from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 235v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman bringing children before a king. Image taken from f. 235v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 178
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman standing on either side of a tree. Image taken from f. 178 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Angel leading a horse from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 215
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of an angel leading a horse towards a knight. Image taken from f. 215 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man bringing a cup from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 26
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man bringing a cup to a group of people at a table. Image taken from f. 26 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Grotesque pursuing a man from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 35
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a grotesque pursuing a man. Image taken from f. 35 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Pope from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 91v
Detail of a miniature of the Pope flanked by a monk and a layman. Image taken from f. 91v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Woman carding wool from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 138
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a woman carding wool. Image taken from f. 138 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Treasure from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 165v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of one man showing a treasure to another. Image taken from f. 165v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Men from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 24v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of men seated in a building. Image taken from f. 24v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Knights jousting from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 65v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of knights jousting and trumpeters. Image taken from f. 65v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man with a knife from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 44v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man with a knife, and above, a woman. Image taken from f. 44v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
People at a table from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 37
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of people at a table. Image taken from f. 37 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Hermit being clothed from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 135
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a naked hermit being clothed by another. Image taken from f. 135 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Four monkeys from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 75v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of four monkeys with spears and shields. Image taken from f. 75v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Building and a stream from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 21
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a building and a stream. Image taken from f. 21 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Monk carrying a dead nun from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 183v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a monk carrying a dead nun to her tomb. Image taken from f. 183v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Woman with a horn from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 48
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a woman with a horn, and a fox taking a rabbit. Image taken from f. 48 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Mary of Egypt from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 276v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a hairy Mary of Egypt prostrate on the ground, approached by an angel. Image taken from f. 276v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Wr... more
Man shooting at a stag from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 159v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man shooting at a stag. Image taken from f. 159v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Knight slaying giant from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 126
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a knight slaying an armoured giant with a sword. Image taken from f. 126 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man preparing a grindstone from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 144
Bas-de-page scene of a man preparing a grindstone. Image taken from f. 144 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two men holding shields from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 148v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two men holding shields. Image taken from f. 148v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man leading a child from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 211v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man leading a child to an oven. Image taken from f. 211v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two rabbits from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 60
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two rabbits binding a semi-naked man. Image taken from f. 60 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man slaying a lion from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 83v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man slaying a lion. Image taken from f. 83v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Centaur blowing a pipe from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 174
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a centaur blowing a pipe, with a donkey opposite. Image taken from f. 174 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two men from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 166v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a rabbit-eared man seated. Image taken from f. 166v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man approaching church from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 197v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man approaching a church, with a bishop and his attendant on the other side. Image taken from f. 197v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decreta... more
Devil approaching a bishop from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 168v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a devil approaching a bishop, who lies in his bed. Image taken from f. 168v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Bird flying to a woman from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 79
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a bird flying to a woman from a fountain. Image taken from f. 79 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Bishop with a dish from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 203v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a bishop with a dish approaching a king in bed. Image taken from f. 203v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Hermit baptizing man from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 133v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a hermit baptizing a naked man. Image taken from f. 133v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man and woman from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 186
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man and a woman. Image taken from f. 186 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Fox stealing a bird from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 175
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a fox stealing a bird, chased by a woman, a monkey, and an owl. Image taken from f. 175 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
King hunting from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 256
Bas-de-page scene of a king with a hunting horn standing beside a lady; to their right a man bears a stag's head on a pole. Image taken from f. 256 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfi... more
Man kneeling before another from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 310
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man kneeling before another man. Image taken from f. 310 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Castle and ship from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 208v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a castle and a ship. Image taken from f. 208v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Three kings from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 253
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of three kings greeting one another. Image taken from f. 253 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Statue of the Virgin and Child from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 209
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two men standing on either side of a statue of the Virgin and Child. Image taken from f. 209 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Writt... more
Angel visiting hermit from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 136v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of an angel visiting a hermit in his cave. Image taken from f. 136v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Woman and infant from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 127v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a woman in bed with a swaddled infant. Image taken from f. 127v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man driving oxen from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 262v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man driving an oxen and sheep past a crippled and a king. Image taken from f. 262v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Monk departing from a king from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 245v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a monk with a crozier departing from a king. Image taken from f. 245v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
King rejecting people from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 240
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a king rejecting a group of four people. Image taken from f. 240 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Virgin Mary and angels punishing devils from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 225v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of the Virgin Mary and an angel punishing devils. Image taken from f. 225v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Kings dining from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 290v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a group of kings dining. Image taken from f. 290v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Monster snail attacking knight from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 107
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a monstrous snail attacking a knight. Image taken from f. 107 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Woman with spinning wheel from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 142
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a woman with a spinning wheel, and a man using a bellows on a fire. Image taken from f. 142 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Writte... more
Cripples appealing to other men from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 220
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a group of cripples appealing for help to two other men. Image taken from f. 220 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Wealthy man from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 20
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man, with a chest of money, displaying money to two other men. Image taken from f. 20 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Priest from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 167
Detail of a miniature of a priest at an altar, and two men standing behind, one with a raised arm. Image taken from f. 167 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Two bears attacking a lady from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 106v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of two bears attacking a lady. Image taken from f. 106v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man kneeling before a king from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 239
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man kneeling before a king, with two other men standing. Image taken from f. 239 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Man handing a cloth from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 143
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man handing a cloth to a woman. Image taken from f. 143 of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.
Angel and devil from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 181v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of an angel and a devil; a nun watches them from the doorway of a building. Image taken from f. 181v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). ... more
Man killing a unicorn from BL Royal 10 E IV, f. 156v
Detail of a bas-de-page scene of a man killing a unicorn as it rests its head on a virgin's lap. Image taken from f. 156v of Decretals of Gregory IX with glossa ordinaria (the 'Smithfield Decretals'). Written in Latin.