Domine labia mea aperies ...
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Title
Domine labia mea aperies ...
Subject
Books of hours.
Illumination of books and manuscripts -- Belgium -- 15th century -- Specimens.
Description
Virgin holding an egg, with Peacock. In a unique portrayal, the Virgin appears here outside her room with the infant Christ and a red egg. The Virgin holding the egg shows her hand in the matter and foreshadows Christ's resurrection. The peacock, making his appearance behind the Virgin and Child, further emphasizes the immortal life brought into effect by Christ's resurrection.
Creator
Possibly the work of Guillaume Vrelant (Bruges) and the Master of the Gold Scrolls
Source
Book of hours (Ms. Renier Chalon)
Date
circa 1450
Rights
Notification of Intent to Quote from or Publish Manuscript Materials form. All publication not covered by fair use is restricted to those who have permission of the copyright holder.
Relation
George N. Meissner Collection #3
Format
Vellum printing
Language
Latin
Flemish
Type
Illumination
Identifier
devotion_1450_03_0002.jpg
BX2080 .C378 1450
George N. Meissner Collection #3
spc:devotion2014-07-29T16_49_22
Coverage
Belgium 15th century
Collection
Citation
Possibly the work of Guillaume Vrelant (Bruges) and the Master of the Gold Scrolls, “Domine labia mea aperies ...,” WUSTL Digital Gateway Image Collections & Exhibitions, accessed April 25, 2024, http://omeka.wustl.edu/omeka/items/show/8401.
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