Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, Tours, ca. 1490-1500
MS M.9 fol. 73r

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Christ: Presentation -- Simeon, nimbed, extends both hands toward Christ Child, nimbed, held by Virgin Mary, nimbed, veiled. In between them, Prophetess Anna holds basket of doves. All are half-figure.
Text framed by foliate border in upper and left margin.