The thing (80v & 82r)

[R. Sale]

I would say that the little band with multiple stars is the final sphere in the sequence of cosmic spheres. It is the sphere of the fixed stars, beyond the moon, sun and visible planets. As the final sphere, it marks the boundary of the known universe. A nebuly line, or a cloud band of any design, is not the final sphere before the boundary. It *is* the boundary. It is the impenetrable mist, the limit that vision cannot penetrate. The fixed stars stand before that boundary.

If you're looking for a cloud band, check the arched structure above the central figure, in between the red and blue faces. That looks like clouds to me, but it doesn't appear to be nebuly. And the thin golden rays are interesting too. Various artistic techniques can accomplish the same purpose.

Wasn't Night the mother of the Fates? Maybe that helps explain part of it.