Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
Belgium, Bruges, ca. 1460-1470
MS M.25 fol. 17v

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Christ, crossed nimbus, raising right hand in blessing, holding with left hand, open book facing out, stands with globe at His feet. At left angel (?) with joined hands kneels in doorway. Outside is eagle (?) holding scroll in beak.
Figures in room with vaulted ceiling, windows and arched doorway to exterior.
Grisaille miniature with gold and color details.
Margins decorated with border of floreate ornament.