Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, Tours, ca. 1500
M.510 fol. 143r

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Half-figure of Neomadia of Poitou, nimbed, with both hands holds yarn attached to distaff she holds under her left arm. Figure in landscape setting.
Right margin is decorated by floreate border, including thistles and strawberries, inhabited by fantastic animal.