Manuscript Leaf with a female saint (possibly Dorothy) in an Initial G, from a Gradual 1330 - 1340

This manuscript leaf from a Gradual, dated 1330-1340, features a female saint, possibly Dorothy, depicted within an illuminated initial "G." The artist, known as the Illustratore, captures the saint in a moment of prayer with her hands clasped together. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of the illumination, measuring just 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches, showcase the artistry of the period. This leaf, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the rich tradition of manuscript illumination in 14th-century Europe.