Book of Hours 1525 - 1535

This illuminated manuscript, known as a Book of Hours, was created by Simon Bening, a prominent Flemish artist, between 1525 and 1535. The intricately detailed miniature depicts the Annunciation, a key moment in Christian tradition where the Angel Gabriel informs Mary that she will bear the Son of God. Bening's mastery of color and detail is evident in the scene, which is set within a beautifully rendered architectural space. The illuminated initial "O" in the accompanying text, further emphasizes the importance of the scene and showcases Bening's skill in the tradition of manuscript illumination.