Manuscript Illumination with the Holy Women at the Tomb in an Initial A, from an Antiphonary 1490 - 1500

This manuscript illumination by Girolamo dai Libri depicts the scene of the Holy Women at the Tomb. The three women, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome, are depicted approaching the empty tomb, where an angel sits, gesturing towards the resurrected Christ. The scene is framed by a large initial "A" in gold, with vibrant red, green, and blue accents, characteristic of the Renaissance period. This illumination comes from an antiphonary, a book of liturgical chants, and illustrates the rich tradition of manuscript illumination in the late 15th century. The work exemplifies dai Libri's skillful use of color and detail, capturing the emotion and drama of the biblical scene.