Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Book of Hours
Belgium, perhaps Bruges or Valenciennes, ca. 1470
MS M.285 fol. 156v

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Christ: Miracle of raising Lazarus -- Lazarus, emerging from ground, extends hands toward Christ, standing beside grave with right hand extended. Martha and Mary of Bethany; two priests (?), wearing pointed hats, and a third man witness scene. Buildings and trees in background.
Medallion in left margin:
Pharisee: Counsel against Christ -- Three Pharisees, including two wearing pointed hats and one wearing miter, stand and gesture.
Margins with foliate and vinescroll ornament. In lower margin is tournament shield (escutcheon) with arms of Sivry (barry of twelve argent and azure an estoile or).