Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Vita Christi (Life of Christ)
Italy, Florence, ca. 1320
MS M.643 fol. 5v

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Christ: Baptism -- Two nimbed angels hold garments on shore. Christ, decorated crossed nimbus, with His hands raised, His right in blessing, stands nude in river Jordan in which are fishes. He is baptized by John Baptist, nimbed, wearing skins under mantle, pouring water from vessel. Holy Ghost descends in red rays from arc of heaven enclosing star.
Decorated frame.