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Marvels of the East
Lion-headed and man-eating giants, [Whole folio] Left; nude lion-headed man, stooping to left, with a rock behind. These are described as men of three colours, lion-headed, twenty feet long, with huge mouths; if pursued, they flee and sweat blood. Right; dark nude man with mane and hairy spine, he bends as he bites the head of a small man whom he holds; with rocks behind. These are described as huge men with legs twelve feet long; bodies seven feet broad, black in colour, and they devour whomever they catch. Text below Image taken from Marvels of the EaSt Originally published/produced in England [Winchester?]; second quarter of 11th century.
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British Library/London/Great Britain
Unique Identifier
AR9104527
Type
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Purpose
Public
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4452px × 5505px
Photo Credit
© British Library Board / Robana / Art Resource, NY
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