Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Italy, Padua, 1436
MS M.180 fol. 22r

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Magi: Adoration -- Beneath extended thatched roof of shed, Joseph the Carpenter, nimbed, is seated behind Virgin Mary, nimbed and veiled, sitting on bench, holding Christ Child, crossed, rayed nimbus, wearing diaphanous garment. Rays descend from star to Virgin Mary and Christ Child. He extends hands toward eldest Magus, kneeling, arms crossed on breast, kissing His right foot. Crown is on ground before him; he is wearing spurs. The other two Magi, crowned, stand behind the first, each holding vessel in one hand and raising the other. The youngest wears spurs.
Scene in landscape with hills and trees, other figures in background, one working in field; horses also in background.
Beginning of Gospel reading for feast of the Adoration of the Magi, January 6.