A parcel-gilt enamelled roundel of Christ the Redeemer by Unknown Artist
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A parcel-gilt enamelled roundel of Christ the Redeemer late 12th

Unknown Artist

MetalCopperEnamel
ø 8.70 cm
€ 30.000

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About the artwork

An amazing champlevé on copper of circular form. With in the indented opaque to translucent blue enamelled centre a gilded and engraved Christ the Redeemer, ascending from a cloud, holding a book, raising his hand in blessing, while surrounded by multicoloured lozenges, fleurons and medallions, the Alpha and Omega.

Limoges, France
Late 12th century
D. 8.7 cm

Provenance: Philips Collection

Artwork details

Category
Collector's ItemsReligious items
Subject
ChristReligionChristian religious sceneChristianity
Style
Middle Ages (500-1400)
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