Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Golden legend
Belgium, Bruges, 1445-1465
MS M.672-5 I, fol. 31r

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Apostle, Thomas: Martyrdom -- Apostle Thomas, nimbed, kneels with hands raised before idol falling from pedastal and pieces of broken idol on floor. Executioner pierces him from behind with sword. Three men look on, one of whom is possibly Charisius of India, raising right hand.
Scene within architectural setting with arch showing view of landscape.