Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Prayer roll
England, Yorkshire, ca. 1500
MS G.39 fol. 2r

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Rochus of Montpellier: Scene, displaying Leg Wound -- Rochus, nimbed, holding staff in right hand, with left hand indicates wound in right leg. Behind him and to the side stands dog, holding food in its mouth. Before Rochus stands angel, extending ointment jar held in right hand.
Bands of foliate and zoomorphic ornament frame miniature and textblock. Filagree initials.