caption: The image shows a man on a horse, holding a spear in his hand, surrounded by a group of people standing in front of a building. The painting is from a medieval manuscript and is believed to be a representation of the martyrdom of St. John the Baptist. The man is wearing a long robe and a crown, and the horse is adorned with a saddle and bridle. The people in the painting are dressed in medieval clothing and are standing in a line, looking up at the man with admiration. The building in the background is a tall, ornate structure with a red roof and a large window.