Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, Paris, 1485-1500
MS M.195 fol. 177v

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Anthony Abbot the Great: Scene, assailed by Demons -- Anthony Abbot, nimbed raising right hand in blessing, holding book with left hand is seated on throne. He is flanked by two devils, each touching shoulder of Anthony with one hand, holding rod with the other hand. Pig sits at feet of Anthony.
Margins decorated with border of floreate and foliate ornament.