Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Belgium, possible Bruges, ca. 1470
MS M.68 fol. 182r

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Apocalypse: Trumpet I, Fire and Hail -- John, nimbed, is seated holding open book on lap with right hand, raising left hand. Inkpot and pen case are at his feet. He looks toward angel blowing trumpet. Hail, and bloody flames fall from cloud. Trees are burning on island and on shore. Illustration of Revelation 8:7.