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France, Langres, 1495-1500
MS M.271 fol. 13v

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Evangelist, John: Scene, on Patmos -- John, nimbed, holding pen in right hand to parchment in his lap, sits on island beside eagle (Evangelist Symbol). Above in sky is Christ, with rays as nimbus, raising right hand in blessing, flanked by angels with joined hands raised. Background with sea with ships and distant hills.
In vignette in lower margin:
Evangelist, John: Conversion of Aristodemus, John requested to drink Poison -- Evangelist John, nimbed, gesturing, stands with four men, including one wearing hat, possibly Aristodemus, and one extending goblet held in left hand toward John.
Miniatures and textblock enclosed in architectural frame.



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