Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

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Italy, Naples, between 1350 and 1375
MS M.626 fol. 93r

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1) Abraham of Edessa: Scene, assailed by Demons -- Within cross-surmounted cell, half-figure of Abraham of Edessa, nimbed, with both hands raised, the cell surrounded by six horned and winged devils, with claw feet, issuing flames from mouths, ears, and hindquarters, some flying.
2) Abraham of Edessa: Scene, expelling Demons -- At right, Abraham of Edessa, nimbed, with left hand gathering garment and with right hand raised in blessing toward group of five horned and winged devils, with claw feet, issuing flames from mouths, ears, and hindquarters, flying and departing to right.
Scenes in common landscape framed by two trees.
Illustration of Life of Abraham and Mary of Edessa.