Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Belgium, 1500-1550
MS M.5 fol. 90r

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Pentecost -- Virgin Mary, veiled, with joined hands raised, sits with open book with pseudo inscription in her lap, flanked by apostles, all with tongues of flame on their heads. Above is dove of Holy Ghost, emanating rays.
In upper left margin are flowers, including viola and strawberry.