Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Golden legend
Belgium, Bruges, 1445-1465
MS M.672-5 I, fol. 13v

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Apostle, Andrew: Crucifixion -- Under rays of light emanating from above, Apostle Andrew, nimbed, is bound with rope to saltire cross. He is flanked by two groups of figures, some gesturing, including Egeas Proconsul, holding sword in scabbard, and three women, seated on ground, one of whom is veiled and another wears wimple.
In background is landscape with city and surrounded by water. Men in boat on water.