Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, Tours, ca. 1500
M.510 fol. 4r

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Month, Occupation: May -- Half-figure of king, wearing crown, holds falcon on gloved left hand and raises right hand. Scene in landscape setting.
Zodiac Sign: Gemini -- Nude couple embraces in landscape setting.
Margins are decorated with floreate border, including roses, inhabited by bird.