Book of Hours - The Triumph of David - Walters Ms. W.435

Title

Book of Hours - The Triumph of David - Walters Ms. W.435

Alternative Title

Walters Ms. W.435, Book of Hours

Creator

The illuminator's style was influenced by the Master of Edward IV (flourit ca. 1470 - 1490), and followers.

Date

1490

Type

Illuminated manuscript

Medium

Parchment

Format

10.4 cm x 14.7 cm

Source

The Walters Museum

Abstract

In a biblical scene from the book of 1 Samuel, the triangle is played by a young woman on the occasion of David’s triumphant return. This image is unique in that the triangle is extraordinarily large relative to the woman’s arm and torso.

Geolocation

Citation

The illuminator's style was influenced by the Master of Edward IV (flourit ca. 1470 - 1490), and followers., “Book of Hours - The Triumph of David - Walters Ms. W.435,” The Triangle Research Hub, accessed July 15, 2025, https://triangleresearchhub.omeka.net/items/show/672.