Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Antiphonary
Italy, Milan, ca. 1470-1495
M.686 fol. 138v

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Pentecost -- Virgin Mary (?), nimbed, backturned is flanked by 10 apostles, nimbed, two with joined hands. All are kneeling and tongue of flame is on each head. Dove of Holy Ghost hovers above them amid rays.