Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, probably Rouen, ca. 1420-1430
MS M.27 fol. 158r

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Avia of Sicily: Scene, in Prison -- In initial B, Virgin Mary, nimbed and crowned, stands at barred window of prison, extending vessel with both hands toward Avia, nimbed, with joined hands, standing behind bars.
In initial D, Austreberta of Th³brouanne, nimbed, wearing habit of nun, stands holding book with right hand, and staff or walking stick with left hand.
In initial E, Radegundis of Poitiers, nimbed, wearing habit of nun, stands holding book with left hand.
Initials on gold background and decorated with ornament of rinceaux.