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23.09.2021
Martyrdom of Thomas Becket Thomas Becket, who served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170, is a prominent figure in English history and the Christian church. He is perhaps best known for his intense and contentious struggle with King Henry II of England over the issue of the separation of church and...
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23.09.2021
Pilgrim's Badge with Saint Leonard During the Middle Ages, badges and souvenirs of this kind held significant cultural and religious importance and were widely sold throughout Europe. They were particularly associated with places where saints had been martyred, their relics were preserved, or miracles were believed to...
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20.09.2021
Ring Brooch This exquisite brooch, dating from approximately 1250 to 1300, is attributed to either British or French origin. It is meticulously crafted from gold and adorned with sapphire and garnet gemstones. Brooches like this one were commonly produced by jewelers during this period. While...
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19.09.2021
Pendant Capsule in the Form of a Tau Cross, with the Trinity and the Virgin and Child Crafted around 1485 in England, this object is a remarkable example of religious and medical symbolism. It is made from cast gold and features intricate engraving. The object takes the form of a Tau cross, which is associated with St. Anthony, particularly in the context of...
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18.09.2021
Plaque with Christ Before the High Priest Caiaphas Dating from approximately 1150 to 1175 and originating from Britain, this ivory artifact is a remarkable piece of art. It is crafted from walrus ivory and is adorned with paint. Initially believed to be the missing base tablet of The Cloisters cross, this ivory holds significant...
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17.09.2021
Double-Sided Ivory Liturgical Comb with Scenes of Henry II and Thomas Becket Created around 1200 to 1210, this liturgical crest holds historical and artistic significance within the context of medieval England. Liturgical crests were employed by priests before the commencement of Mass. This particular crest is notable for its portrayal of two scenes from the...
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17.09.2021
Reliquary Pendant with Queen Margaret of Sicily Blessed by Bishop Reginald of Bath The pendant in question bears a significant historical inscription in Latin. On the back of the pendant, the inscription identifies its donor and recipient, reading: "Bishop Reginald of Bath gives this to Queen Margaret of Sicily." The obverse side of the pendant contains...
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16.09.2021
Arm-ring This Viking arm ring, dating from the 10th century, is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship of the time. It is crafted using the twisted technique and is made from gold. The arm ring is formed from a pair of twisted round gold rods. Between these rods, there is a pair of...
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16.09.2021
Arm-ring This armband, originating from the Viking culture during the period of 876-950, is a remarkable example of craftsmanship. It is crafted using a weaving and binding technique with four gold rods intricately woven together. These rods have a circular cross-section that tapers towards the...
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13.09.2021
The Cloisters Cross Dating from approximately 1150 to 1160, this cross is a remarkable artifact crafted from walrus bone. Its elaborately carved design features a total of ninety-two figures and ninety-eight inscriptions, which together represent a complex theological program reminiscent of the decorative...
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