The Betrayal of Christ (fol. 19r)

Original object type: Artefact
Title: The Betrayal of Christ (fol. 19r)
Description:
The full-page miniature depicts the scene of the betrayal and arrest of Christ. Judas Iscariot leans forward to kiss Christ, while a large group of soldiers surround them. St. Peter has just cut off Malchus's ear with his sword. The border is formed from architectural pillars supporting statues of two soldiers.
Context: Passion sequence according to John: Egressus est dominus Ihesus
Date range: [ca. 1490]
Date: 1490