Annunciation and Nativity in Medieval Illuminated Manuscript #10946 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white line drawing replicates a late 13th-century manuscript illumination, divided into two biblical scenes. The upper register shows the Annunciation, with Gabriel gesturing toward Mary, who receives the message beside an altar-like structure holding a book and candle. The lower register depicts the Nativity: Mary prays before the Christ child lying in a woven manger, flanked by the ox and ass, while Joseph stands nearby in contemplation. Latin text beneath the upper scene reads “Sicut grana granum plena Deo est Virgo in utero” (“As grain is full of grain, so the Virgin is full of God in her womb”).

Used on religious history, art history, or theology web pages to illustrate medieval Christian iconography, manuscript studies, or Advent/Christmas narratives; targets scholars, students, and faith-based audiences seeking visual context for biblical events.