Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, probably Rouen, ca. 1420-1430
MS M.27 fol. 164r

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In initial D, Martin of Tours, nimbed, wearing bishop's miter and vestments, stands raising right hand in blessing and holding cross-staff with left hand.
Nicholas of Myra: Scene, aiding Dowerless Maidens -- In initial D, man wearing cap reclines in bed, his head resting on pillow. At window, stand three women, one with arms extended; outside of window, Nicholas of Myra, nimbed, wearing bishop's miter, extends right hand holding sack through window, and holds crozier with left hand.
Initials on gold backgrounds and decorated with ornament of rinceaux.