Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, probably Rouen, ca. 1420-1430
MS M.27 fol. 156v

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In initial L, Mary Magdalen, nimbed and veiled, holding book in right hand and covered ointment jar with left hand, standing in landscape flanked by two trees.
In initial D, Catherine of Alexandria, nimbed and crowned, holding open book with right hand and sword and palm in left hand stands next to wheel.
Initials on gold background and decorated with ornament of rinceaux.