Tree of Vices

Psalter of Robert de Lisle Illustrator: Madonna Master England [London?]; circa 1310 Language: Latin Source/Shelfmark: Arundel 83, f.128v [Whole folio] The Tree is made up of 7 branches, from which hang down clusters of circles with the names of the 7 Vices and 7 Subsiduaries.The owl and moth are creatures of darkness. At the base of the tree is the Fall of Man. On left, the rich miser; with bag of gold coins, and a devil on his back. On the other side is the proud pauper, a peasent in rough clothing. He holds a sickle in his lap, while at the counsel of the devil, he allows his corn to wither in the ground Image taken from Psalter of Robert de Lisle. Originally published/produced in England [London?]; circa 1310.