Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, probably Tours, ca. 1530-1535
MS M.452 fol. 30v

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Virgin Mary: Annunciation -- Virgin Mary, with rays as nimbus, veiled, with hands crossed on breast, sits at lectern on which is open book with pseudo-inscription on pillow. Before her hovers Archangel Gabriel, holding scepter in left hand, pointing with right hand toward dove of Holy Ghost, emanating rays, descending on rays toward Virgin Mary. Scene in room with balustrade, arcade, and curtains.
Scene enclosed in architectural frame with carved columns and architrave.