Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Vita Christi (Life of Christ)
Belgium, Bruges, ca. 1487-1490
MS M.894 fol. 119v

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Christ: Seats for James and John -- Christ, nimbed, raising right hand, stands before James and John, both nimbed, kneeling. Mary Salome, wearing headdress, stands behind them. At left are six men, one wearing headgear, two nimbed, one possibly Peter. In background, Mary Salome, wearing headdress, James and John, both nimbed, are repeated.
Scene in landscape including rocky outcrops, trees and either castle or city.
Illustration of Mark 10:35-40.