Folio 18r Commentary

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f18r Text: The nature of dogs.. Comment: Dogs are most generously illustrated with three sets of illuminations. Here three attentive dogs are shown with collars and leads. They are the most intelligent of all animals and are devoted to humans. They can track down wild beasts, guard sheep and protect property. This illustration may apply allegorically to the three spiritual guides described at the end of the dog section on f20r since the master would hold their leads. In the margin, the letter 'c' is an initial indicator. Pricking and pouncing visible. The illustration in detail