Manuscript cutting — 1180-1200

Saint Mark sits on a wooden-framed, throne-like structure, a long scroll draped over his left knee. To the right is his writing desk, upon which are various writing implements. A book lies open on a lectern fixed to the top of the desk with an adjustable screw. In the left background is a building. The rest of the background comprises gold leaf which extends around the whole image, creating a border. This in turn is outlined in red ink. A Greek inscription in red ink above Saint Mark's head denotes who he is.