Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
Italy, probably Milan, 1470-1480
MS G.14 fol. 53v

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Catherine of Alexandria, nimbed, hands joined in prayer, kneels between two wheels, each lined with pointed spikes and joined together by axle. She looks up toward angel in sky holding sword.
Scene in landscape setting within decorated initial D with foliate extensions and on gold background.