Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
Belgium, Bruges, ca. 1460-1470
MS M.25 fol. 29v

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Evangelist John, nimbed, raises right hand in blessing, holds with left hand chalice in which is black figure (?). Evangelist symbol (eagle) is at right.
Figures in vaulted room or church with draped altar, windows, tile floor.
Miniature in grisaille with gold and color details.
Margins decorated with border of floreate ornament.