Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Christ in Gethsemane
France, probably Tours, ca. 1510-1515
MS M.1143. Single leaf

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Christ: in Gethsemane -- Christ, nimbed, kneels with joined hands raised before rocky outcrop, upon which is chalice with wafer (host). In foreground is nimbed apostle, reclining on ground, with head on right hand. Behind Christ, two apostles recline on ground beside stream. In background, figures stand before city gate. Miniature within architectural frame.