Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Vita Christi (Life of Christ)
Belgium, Bruges, ca. 1487-1490
MS M.894 fol. 28v

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Christ: Miracle of healing Demoniac Child -- Christ, nimbed, stands, raising right hand in blessing toward two men, one, with pouch at waist, standing, holding hat in right hand, and the other, the demoniac, with left hand on breast, seated on ground. At left, six apostles (?), three nimbed, including Peter, stand and gesture. At right, five men, three wearing hats, witness the healing.
In background, two groups of men, including one with staff, and two with joined hands, walk on road winding from hill toward the Christ.
Scene in landscape including castle, house, river, trees, distant mountains, and crossroads.
Illustration of Matthew 17:14-18