Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Belgium, possible Bruges, ca. 1470
MS M.68 fol. 197v

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Angel: Scene, pursuing Devil -- John, nimbed, gesturing with both hands, is seated in landscape, open book at his feet, church with closed door at right. Above, flying angel, holding sword with right hand, grasping with extended left hand, tail of winged devil, hands extended, flying toward the church. Illustration of commentary to Apocalypse.