Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
Belgium, probably Brussels, 1533
MS M.491 fol. 57v

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Apostle Andrew, nimbed, supports saltire cross with left arm, his left hand pointing toward the left.
In background, Apostle, Andrew: Crucifixion -- Within landscape, group of figures surround Andrew bound to saltire cross. Scene occurs outside walls of city.
Miniature and text framed by architectural border.
Initial D decorated with foliate ornament begins suffrage to Apostle Andrew.