Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, probably Tours, ca. 1530-1535
MS M.452 fol. 14v

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Evangelist, John: Scene, on Patmos -- John, holding book in right hand, seated beside stylus case and inkpot on ground, raises left hand toward rays emitted from clouds of heaven. In background is sea with ships, mountains, and buildings.
Scene enclosed in architectural frame with carved columns and pediment.