Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Vita Christi (Life of Christ)
France, perhaps Corbie, ca. 1175
MS M.44 fol. 1v

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Virgin Mary: Annunciation -- Archangel Gabriel, decorated nimbus, extends right hand toward Virgin Mary, decorated nimbus, veiled, with her hands raised. Both stand. Dove of Holy Ghost descends toward her head.
Scene against gold background, within decorated frame.