Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Italy, Padua, 1436
MS M.180 fol. 18r

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Apocalypse: John to Seven Churches-- Evangelist John, nimbed, writing with quill in right hand on scroll on his lap, raising left hand in gesture of blessing (?), is seated on ground. Evangelist symbol (eagle) stands on one of two books at left; inkpot (?) is at right. Behind John are seven churches, and on gold background, seven candlesticks.
Beginning of gospel reading for feast of Evangelist John, December 27.