Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
France, Paris, ca. 1440
M.303 fol. 138v

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Evangelist Matthew, nimbed, wearing purse at waist, is seated on bench writing with right hand in book with pseudo-inscription, held by his left hand. At left, Evangelist symbol (angel) holds inkpot with right hand.
Margins decorated with border of foliate rinceaux.