Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Gospel book
Armenia, Van, 1461
MS M.749 fol. 7r

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Christ: Harrowing of Hell -- Christ, pearled crossed nimbus, trampling on crossed gates of Hell, carrying cross with double traverse in left hand, right hand grasping left hand of Adam, beside Eve, veiled, draped hands raised, and veiled attendant (only head visible).
At right, John Baptist, right forefingers extended, stands behind crowned David and Solomon, both extending one hand; jagged landscape setting.
Scene within decorated frame.