Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
Belgium, Bruges, ca. 1515
MS M.399 fol. 291v

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Christopher of Lycia: carrying Christ Child -- Under starry sky, Christopher of Lycia, nimbed, supporting himself with staff, carries on shoulder Christ Child, rayed nimbus, raising right hand in blessing, holding globe in left hand.
On shore, hermit raises lantern.
Scene framed by decorative border.