Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Vita Christi (Life of Christ)
Italy, Florence, ca. 1320
MS M.643 fol. 18r

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Gerardus of Villamagna: Scene, giving Alms -- Two men, one with staff, stand beside ass laden with basket of food in front of bearded, nimbed Gerardus. He extends food toward cripple (lame), with crutch under his arm, holding bag of food, before group of men. Scene before wall and two buildings.
Decorated frame.