Religious Metalwork Art

Intricate metalwork depicting biblical scenes and figures, showcasing craftsmanship from various centuries and cultures.

The Altarpiece from the Minden Catherdral: Coronation of the Virgin and Apostles. (Westfalen und Lubeck; about 1220 und about 1425; oak wood )

Plaque: Old Testament Trinity; Unknown Russian workshop (1700-1970); 18th century () (1701-00-00-1800-00-00);Jesus Christ, Mandilion (iconogr.), Holy Trinity (iconogr.), Angels, Lamb (iconogr.), Tree (iconogr.), Plastic, wings

Style of Jacopo Sansovino, The Madonna of the Rosary, mid 16th century The Madonna of the Rosary

Fireback with biblical performance Susanna and the elders, fire place iron, cast Rectangular with arch at the top. On top of two horns of abundance Border between frame and pearl necklace with fruit hangers. In the middle picture of two men and naked woman in garden living environment interior heating religion Christianity bible Susanna Rotterdam City Triangle Pond Lane Originating from the house Vijversteeg 46 Rotterdam.

North Italian 15th Century, Dead Christ, 15th century Dead Christ

Fireplace biblical representation: Jesus with Samaritan woman at the well, medallions with portraits, fire place soil foundry cast iron, cast Rectangular fireplace panel divided into high and low area by text bar. In the upper part picture of people at well with trees. On the left woman in 16th century clothes; on the right side four men in classical robes, two with beards Jesus and the Samaritan woman In the lower part two medallions with respectively women's and man's portrait. Two notches on the side In text bar: ... Von dem freiw. Samaria Johan 4 archeology old women's home Hoogstraat Rotterdam City triangle home interior heating religion Christianity Bible Samaritan woman Christ Jesus Originated from and partially excavated on the spot where stood the former Old Women's house ad Hoogstraat north side (in front of that stood the Predikheerenklooster).

Wing of a Polyptych: Presentation in the Temple ca. 1325-50 Northeastern France (). Wing of a Polyptych: Presentation in the Temple 460700

Fireback biblical representation: wedding in Cana, hob plate cast iron, cast Rectangular bow at the top. Border between frame and pearl necklace in which putti top string of strung coins on the sides and bottom leaf decoration In the middle scene of people in room living room interior decorating interior bible wedding marriage feast Cana Christianity religion

Fireback biblical representation five foolish and five wise virgins, fire place, cast Rectangular with arch at the top. On top of shell flanked by two dolphins Wide edge between frame and pearl necklace in which fruit-eaters and at the bottom cornucopia (pendant is gone). In the middle picture of the five sage (on the left) and the five foolish virgins (on the right). The five wise virgins wear lamps; the five foolish virgins look desperate. Between them in the top of staircase man who addresses the five wise virgins farm living environment interior heating bible Christianity likeness religion Rotterdam Overschie Achterdijk Originating from the demolished 17th century farm on the Achterdijk 7b in Overschie.

Plaque with the Journey to Emmaus and Noli Me Tangere. Culture: Spanish. Dimensions: Overall: 10 5/8 x 5 1/4 x 3/4 in. (27 x 13.4 x 1.9 cm)Weight: 30.5oz. (866g). Date: ca. 1115-20.According to the Gospels, Jesus appeared to his disciples several times after the Resurrection, including on the road from Jerusalem to Emmaus. In the encounter, represented at the top of this plaque, the disciples lament the Crucifixion, while Jesus explains the redemptive nature of his sacrifice. Below, Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene, who at first thinks he is a gardener. When she recognizes him, he tells her not to touch him (noli me tangere) since the Ascension has not yet occurred.The swirling drapery, elongated bodies, and emphatic gestures convey the drama of these miraculous events and relate the plaque to works produced in León, an important royal city on the pilgrimage road. This precious ivory carving was part of a larger ensemble, perhaps a reliquary shrine decorated with other scenes from th

The Altarpiece from the Minden Catherdral: Coronation of the Virgin and Apostles. (Westfalen und Lubeck; about 1220 und about 1425; oak wood )

Shell floor with CARITAS's medallion, surrounded by the seven works of mercy. .

Relief with the deposition. In a slanted scenic landscape, the cross between those of both murderers, the judge with beard with beard was turned to Christ to Christ. Two men on the cross-placed ladders are busy passing the limp overhanging body of Christ to a one below. Man standing, who stretches his arms. More in the foreground holds John Maria who raises her arms to Christ. All of the left a holy woman with raised arms, at the foot of the cross another, sitting, as in prayer countersunk, and Maria Magdalena with her arms raised frontal in front of the cross. On the right of the cross two Pharisees in conversation and behind them a third figure. More in the foreground A half on the back seen soldier with round axle, a second with angular shield, a morning star and a dagger to his side. A soldier on the back, to the right, keeps one foot against the relief. On top of the cross the titulus. The background with a tree is formed from tendrils with flowers with full right above a moon dar

Style of Andrea Sansovino, Madonna and Child with Saints Madonna and Child with Saints

Morse Fragment with the Archangel Gabriel ca. 1250 French. Morse Fragment with the Archangel Gabriel 472724

Icon: Great Deesis; Unknown Russian workshop (1700-1970); 19th century (1801-00-00-1900-00-00);Deesis (iconogr.), Jan Chrysostom (Saint - Ca 350-407), John the Baptist (Saint), John the Evangelist (Saint), Jan Theolog (Saint), Maria (Mother of Jesus Christ), Mikołaj from Mira Lycian (St. iconogr.), monks, message (provenance), scrolls

Virgin and Child with angels late 15th century Italian. Virgin and Child with angels 195682

Gold plate embossed golden temple, amritsar, punjab, india, asia Copyright: xRupinderxKhullar/DinodiaxPhotox

Coronation of the Virgin; Adoration of the Magi. Medium: niello plate. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Italian 15th Century.

Standing bodhisattva China. Standing bodhisattva. China. Bronze. Sui dynasty (581-618). Sculpture

Pilgrim Badge: Notre Dame de Clermont

Gasparo Morone Mola, Canonization of Saint Francis of Sales in Saint Peter's (reverse), 1665 Canonization of Saint Francis of Sales in Saint Peter's reverse

Crucifixion late 15th-early 16th century Northern Italian. Crucifixion 207600

Our Lady of the Rosary / Saint. Antoni from Padua

Icon: W. Dymitr Są Unknown Russian workshop (1700-1970); 19th century (1801-00-00-1900-00-00);Boris (Saint, Ruthenian prince - -1015), Demetrius of Tesaloniki (Saint - around 280 -ca 304), Flor (Saint - Fl. Ca 150), soil (Saint, Ruthenian prince - -1015 ), Jesus Christ, Constantine the Great (Saint - Ca 272-337), Lias (iconogr.), Mandilion (iconogr.), Maria Egypt (St. , bishops, weapons, icons, inscriptions, horse (iconogr.), monks, martyrs, message (provenance), spears, Ławr (Saint - Fl. Ca 150), saints

religion, Christianity, Christopher badge, St. Christopher is patron saint for all travelers, who is carrying the infant Jesus through a river, Germany, circa 1950,

Crown of a church banner

Christ Child and Saint Joseph early 17th century Spanish. Christ Child and Saint Joseph. Spanish. early 17th century. Gilt bronze. Medals and Plaquettes

The Attarouthi Treasure - Chalice 500-650 Byzantine With a youthful Christ with cruciform halo flanked by a deacon saint holding a Gospel book () and a saint with staff and shield, and theVirgin Mary in orant pose flanked by archangels, under arcadesInscribed in Greek: For the repose of the soul of Anastasia and the salvation of John, deacon of Saint Stephen of the village of Attarathion1986.3.5The generous size of these chalices is evidence of the large number of Christians residing around Attarouthi prior to the rise of Islam.. The Attarouthi Treasure - Chalice 466139

Gospel book with cover. The iconographic composition follows that of the title page of the Greek liturgical books printed in Venice. From Adrianople, 1675.

. In the middle against the background of the Jordan is Christ with folded hands to the knees in the water. On the right, Johannes knress on the shore and holds a shell with water above Christ's head; On the left shore a kneeling and a standing angel, the last point to the top. In the background on the left a forest and on the right some trees for buildings, in the air the Holy Spirit in the form of a pigeon and God the Father appears from the clouds. The bottom of the relief is chamfered to an elongated panel.

Pilgrim's badge, openwork maria with child, angel with candlestick, pilgrims insignia insignia devotionalia earth discovery tin lead metal, Pilgrim badge openwork Maria with Christ child angel with candlestick in frame with above two pinnacles with in the middle cross with one bearing eye and attachment tabs on the back archeology Rotterdam City Triangle Botersloot Binnenrotte pilgrimage archaeological find in the soil collapses Binnenrotte backside Botersloot (savings bank) from medieval layer.

Angel.The figure consists of the following cast, scilated and inserted parts: the angel, the wing piece, the riveted hands, the thorns crown. The angel stands on a five-sided pedestal, which has been labeled in front. In the back, a portion has been saved to the eye, in which the wing piece is attached to a pin

Italian 16th Century, Christ Appearing to the Apostles, mid 16th century Christ Appearing to the Apostles

Icon: Our Lady of Hodegetria (Smoli); Unknown Russian workshop (1700-1970); 18th century (1701-00-00-1800-00-00);Jesus Christ, Maria (Mother of Jesus Christ), Our Lady of Hodegetria (iconogr.), Our Lady of Smolensk (iconogr.), Our Lady with the Child (iconogr.), Icons, inscriptions, mape (iconogr.), Message (provenance), coils

Lunette with Two Angels Supporting a Pendant Cross, 400s. Egypt, 5th century, Coptic period. Limestone; overall: 25.4 x 61 x 21.3 cm (10 x 24 x 8 3/8 in.).

Icon with Virgin and the Christ Child ca. 1500 or later Russian or Greek Enthroned images of the Virgin and the Christ Child appear in churches throughout the Byzantine era. Here the Child's future role is emphasized by the angels who hold the cross and the lance and sponge of his crucifixion.. Icon with Virgin and the Christ Child 467736

Shrine of O'Donnell, Cathach or Battler early 20th century (original dated 1084) Irish. Shrine of O'Donnell, Cathach or Battler 463165

Fireback biblical representation Ester, text ESTHER 7, hob plate cast iron, cast Rectangular hob with biblical representation of Ester: two men seated at set table (King Ahasveros and Haman) and standing woman with crown (Queen Ester). Curtains above the scene at the bottom of dog and jug At the bottom text Bottom: ESTHER 7 living environment interior heating religion Christianity Bible Ester Esther

Panaglia Enkolpian, (Religious medallion), Russian Orthodox, Veliky Novgorod, cross. Cast bronze, 15th-16th century

Morse with Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata mid-14th century Italian This morse, used to fasten a priest's robe at the neck, combines the arts of the goldsmith and the illuminator. Under the rock crystal is an image of Saint Francis, painted on parchment. According to his legend, Saint Francis received the marks of Jesus' wounds from his Crucifixion as he knelt in prayer.. Morse with Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata 464627

Venetian 16th Century, The Crowning of the Virgin, second half 16th century The Crowning of the Virgin

Carved Papal symbol on one of the columns of the Basilica of St. Peters in the Vatican City, The Vatican.

Religious medal of the Archbishop of the Best Immaculate Immaculate Heart of Mary; 19th century (1801-00-00-1900-00-00);

Silversmith's art, Italy, 15th century. Nicola Gallucci da Guardiagrele (1385-1462), processional cross of Saint Maximus, 1434, in silver, enamel and copper. Height 90 cm. Detail.

Stove plate with a performance of the wedding in Kana, Anonymous, c. 1550 - c. 1650 Cast iron stove plate, divided into two zones. The wedding in Kana is depicted in the upper zone. Central can be seen the long, set table, which the guests are. In the middle of the table, the bride sits with a crown on her head. On the far left is Jesus. In the foreground is one of the servants at the six jugs and brings another servant scales to the table. The scene is closed with a pearl edge at the bottom. The lower zone is a separate part, numbered BK-BFR-336. Siegerland (Possibly) iron (metal) casting Cast iron stove plate, divided into two zones. The wedding in Kana is depicted in the upper zone. Central can be seen the long, set table, which the guests are. In the middle of the table, the bride sits with a crown on her head. On the far left is Jesus. In the foreground is one of the servants at the six jugs and brings another servant scales to the table. The scene is closed with a pearl edge at t

Azes II (reigned circa 35-12 BCE), may have been the last Indo-Scythian king in northern India. After the death of Azes II, the rule of the Indo-Scythians in northwestern India finally crumbled with the conquest of the Kushans, one of the five tribes of the Yuezhi who had lived in Bactria for more than a century, and who were then expanding into India to create a Kushan Empire.

Virgin & Child with Donor ca. 1510 German. Virgin & Child with Donor 476434

Arqueta gótica de Alcover, latón estampado sobre lámina de madera, siglo XIV, Iglesia parroquial de Alcover, Tarragona.

Pax table with the birth of Christ, Anonymous, c. 1480 - c. 1500 Under a baclade arch an open stable, in which Maria kneels on the right with hands in front of the chest and sits on a seat on a seat on the left. Between them, the naked Christ child lies on a cloth held by two angels. Entirely in the top left God-de-Vader, from whose blessing hand shine on the child; The Holy Spirit in the form of a pigeon flies down in the rays. Under god-de-father a tree, a kneeling shepherd before that. On the roof of the stable an angel with a spell band and one with an incense barrel; Through an opening in the side wall, the heads of OS and Ezel stick. Jozef, in Monnikspij with a travel staff in the left hand, holds a boiler in the right. The upper edge of the table shows a slim tire, wounded for a cord; On the lower edge the inscription: Gloria in Eccelci'deo. Northern Netherlands ivory cutting Under a baclade arch an open stable, in which Maria kneels on the right with hands in front of the chest

traditional Chinese decoration

Immaculate Conception cathedral, Cuenca, Ecuador. Exit door detail..

Stove plate with Christ and the Samaritan woman, Unknown, c. 1550 - c. 1600 Stove plate made of cast iron, divided into two areas. In the upper zone a performance with a well a well. To the left of that, Christ is seated with two standing figures next to him. To the right of the well is the Samaritan woman with a jug next to her on the floor. In the background some figures and the towers of a city. In the lower zone two medallions, left with a men's head and on the right with a women's head. The medallions are surrounded by rankwork. Marked with the letter E. Germany iron (metal) casting Stove plate made of cast iron, divided into two areas. In the upper zone a performance with a well a well. To the left of that, Christ is seated with two standing figures next to him. To the right of the well is the Samaritan woman with a jug next to her on the floor. In the background some figures and the towers of a city. In the lower zone two medallions, left with a men's head and on the right with

Standing Buddha with aParasol

Notre Dame des Voirons

Campania Caserta Capua Chiesa dell'Annunziata, Italy, 20th century, photo, photography, Europe

Copón sepulcro, siglo XIV. Catedral de Santa Tecla de Tarragona.

Charlemagne from the Ambon of Henry II in the Aachen Cathedral Treasury in the old town of Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

Plaquette with a performance of Christ on a sarcophagus, anonymous, c. 1300 - c. 1400 Square, silver plaque with shallow -stabbed representation of Christ sitting on a sarcophagus flanked by two angels. Originally the plaquette was covered with translucid email. France silver (metal). Square, silver plaque with shallow -stabbed representation of Christ sitting on a sarcophagus flanked by two angels. Originally the plaquette was covered with translucid email. France silver (metal).

Relief with the Mother of God with the Child surrounded by the prophets, from the former monastery church of Norbertine. Saint. Trinity and the Blessed Virgin Mary (currently parish), Strzelno Cross (Fl. 1850 18 ..)

Frame Depicting The Annunciation, Baptism of Christ, Entry Into Jerusalem, Saints Cecilia and Catherine of Alexandria, Trinity (Gnadenstuhl, Mercy Seat), and Four Music-Making Angels. List painted with at the top of the Frisian the proclamation to Mary, at the bottom of the base the baptism of Christ and the arrival in Jerusalem. On either side the Saints Cecilia and Catharina and four other musical saints or angels. At the top in the Tympanon a representation of the gradest seat.

The Virgin and Marie and the Child Jesus, 1848 (dummy title) Anonymous. The Virgin Mary and the Child Jesus, 1848 (Avers).

The Dead Christ Supported by the Virgin and St. John 16th century Moderno (Galeazzo Mondella) Italian. The Dead Christ Supported by the Virgin and St. John 190795

Brakteat; Boles Aw III Krzywousty (Ksi Polish; 1107-1138); 1135-1138 (1135-00-00-1138-00-00);Bolesław III Krzywousty (Prince of Poland - 1086-1138), Bolesław III Krzywousty (Prince of Poland - 1086-1138) - iconography, Wojciech (Saint - Ca. 956-997), bishop (iconogr.), Bishops, Gesture of Care (iconogr .), klęczący książę (ikonogr.), męczennicy, pastorał, pastorał (ikonogr.), romański (styl), szata liturgiczna (ikonogr.), szaty liturgiczne, średniowiecze (epoka)

gilt bronze, Buddhist Sculpture from the period of Three Kingdoms of Korea: Buddha (57 BCE - 668)

Pax with St Peter, anonymous, c. 1525 A slightly curved vertical plate of ivory, with a gate of two twisted columns on the front on which a double accolade -shaped arch rests. In the gate, the apostle Peter is used to the head to the left and in his hands a key and a book. The whole against an shaded background. ivory carver: Low CountriesNorthern FranceParis ivory cutting A slightly curved vertical plate of ivory, with a gate of two twisted columns on the front on which a double accolade -shaped arch rests. In the gate, the apostle Peter is used to the head to the left and in his hands a key and a book. The whole against an shaded background. ivory carver: Low CountriesNorthern FranceParis ivory cutting

Richly decorated chalice, Tassilo chalice, from Kremsmunster Abbey, Benedictine abbey in Kremsmunster in Upper Austria, historical, digitally improved reproduction from an original around 1860.

Antoine Jacquard, The Crucifixion The Crucifixion

Cover of a gospel book with a representation of the Crucifixion. A work showing influences of central European prototypes, likely to have been made in Wallachia or Transylvania by Goldsmith Nicholaos Vranianit, 1548.

Chasuble (Opus Anglicanum) ca. 1330-50 British Embroidery produced in England from the thirteenth through the fifteenth century was so celebrated that it was known simply as opus anglicanum (English work). This chasuble is one of the finest surviving examples. Depicted on the front are Saints Peter, Paul, Andrew, and James. On the back are the Coronation of the Virgin, the Adoration of the Magi, and the Annunciation as well as inscriptions. This chasuble, a sleeveless mantle worn by the priest during Mass, was trimmed down in the sixteenth century to conform to current fashion. As a result, the heads of Saints John the Evangelist and John the Baptist were, alas, cut away.. Chasuble (Opus Anglicanum) 466660

Plaque with the Virgin Mary as a Personification of the Church. Culture: Carolingian. Dimensions: Overall: 8 11/16 x 5 11/16 x 5/16 in. (22 x 14.5 x 0.8 cm). Date: ca. 800-825.This splendid carving is one of the largest single ivory panels to survive from Carolingian Europe. The spindles in Mary's left hand often appear in depictions of the Annunciation, as she receives the news that she is to be the mother of Jesus. The military appearance of her dress and the cross-topped scepter she holds suggest that she could also be understood here to represent the triumph of the Church. The curious juxtaposition of the figure of Mary as the recipient of the Annunciation and as the symbol of the Church is unique to this ivory plaque. Recent cleaning of the ivory has revealed the exceptional beauty of the rhythmic drapery. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Flemish 15th Century, The Angel Gabriel, late 15th early 16th century The Angel Gabriel

Gniezno. The door is angry in the Basilica of the Primate's Wniebowzia, the most of the Mary of the Virgin Mary - quarters: Wojciech wreaks Satan from a delayed man; Jesio Not after 12.07.1930 (1929-00-00-1930-00-00);

Goldsmith's art, Italy, 9th century. Book binding of the Gospel Book of Saint Eusebius of Vercelli (Codex eusebianus).

Tabernacle of Cherves ca. 1220-1230 French This tabernacle is the most celebrated object from the Treasure of Cherves, found in 1896 near the site of a ruined priory of the Grandmont order of monks in Gandory. The accomplished openwork medallions depict events following the Crucifixion, including the Holy Women at the Sepulchre on Easter Sunday (center left) and Doubting Thomas (upper right). With their strong emphasis on the physical presence of Christ after his death, these images were most appropriate for a cupboard intended for storing of the bread consecrated as Christs body during the mass. Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #3105. Tabernacle of Cherves Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are working to make it available as soon as possible.. Tabernacle of Cherves 464604

Plaque with the Virgin Mary as a Personification of the Church ca. 800-825 Carolingian This splendid carving is one of the largest single ivory panels to survive from Carolingian Europe. The spindles in Marys left hand often appear in depictions of the Annunciation, as she receives the news that she is to be the mother of Jesus. The military appearance of her dress and the cross-topped scepter she holds suggest that she could also be understood here to represent the triumph of the Church. The curious juxtaposition of the figure of Mary as the recipient of the Annunciation and as the symbol of the Church is unique to this ivory plaque. Recent cleaning of the ivory has revealed the exceptional beauty of the rhythmic drapery. Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #2955. Plaque with the Virgin Mary as a Personifixation of the Church Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are

Enamel Plaque with the Annunciation ca. 1440-60 South Netherlandish. Enamel Plaque with the Annunciation. South Netherlandish. ca. 1440-60. Silver with translucent and opaque enamels. Enamels-Basse taille

Cruz Procesional, siglo XV, Iglesia parroquial de Olot.

Central Plate of the Tombstone of Gijsbert Willemsz Raet, with an Angel, anonymous, c. 1511 Brass middle plate from a grave, which was originally fully or partially colored. The middle part consists of a triangle placed on a point, the sides of which have been broken by accolade arches. On the field, a barracked angel is shown against a vegetative background and with aureool around the head. With the help of belts he holds two coats of arms. The right weapon is shared: 1. In red the holy grave with a Jerusalem cross. 2. Permin a Catharinarad, cross -pavers with two swords. The left weapon: a chalice between two hovering to each other's palm branches. On the edge, the following of Job XVII, 12 and 13 derived from the vulgata, text was applied in minuskels: 'In Tenebris Stra vi Lectulum Meum et rursum post Terebras spe Ro Lucem' (Vert.: I spread my bed and in darkness and After darkness I expect light again). The upper accolade bow is deposited with highs. Low Countries brass (alloy) cas

Enkolpian, (Religious medallion), Russian Orthodox, Kievan (Kiev), cross. Cast bronze, 11th-13th century

The Attarouthi Treasure - Chalice 500-650 Byzantine With a youthful Christ with a cruciform halo, a deacon saint with a censer (probably Saint Stephen), the Virgin Mary in orant pose, anda youthful saint with staffInscribed in Greek: In completion of a vow and for the salvation of him whose name is known unto the Lord. The Attarouthi Treasure - Chalice 466141

Coat of Mail and Plate 18th century Indian The embossed silver plaques on the sleeves depict Shiva and his consort, Pārvatī (left), and Krishna dancing with the shepherdess Rādhā (right). These famous pairs of lovers often represent selfless love of god and the transcendence of divine love.. Coat of Mail and Plate 24192

Triptych with the Holy Nicolaas and the Twelve Saints. The object cast in three parts, which was used as a travel icon, consists of a medium slip with a top and two side panels. The middle part represents the H. Nicolaas, the Side Lopes the Twelve Saints, the upper part of Christ (the Mandilion)

Copón, siglo XV. Catedral de Santa Tecla de Tarragona.

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims. Reims cathedral Gold custody, France. Old 19th century engraved illustration from Jesus Christ by Veuillot 1890

Virgin and Child with Two Angels, 1400s(). Italy, 15th century (). Engraving;

The Vatopedi monastery, Greece , 1918 - Greece - Fernand Cuville - (September) (French - Le monastère de Vatopedi , Grèce). Christianity, monastery, object of worship, accessory, Middle Ages, jewelry, Religion, clothing, art, Turkey, Mont Athos, Vatopedi, Byzantine jewelry

. There are Maria and John on either side of the Cross with Christ under a triple arch. She lifts her right hand to and in the left hand she holds a book. Johannes has the right hand before the chest and holds a book in the other hand.

Our Lady Queen of the Heart of Jesus

Rosary Terminal Bead with Lovers and Death's Head ca. 1500-1525 North French or South Netherlandish A string of beads is used as a memory aid in the recitation of the rosary, a multipart devotion to the Virgin. Here, the striking terminal bead announces the constant proximity of death by joining a skull to the pair of vivacious lovers. Such an image is known as a memento mori (reminder of death), as it encourages one to reflect on the transience of life.. Rosary Terminal Bead with Lovers and Death's Head 464299

Bell Cardinal (Pietà) Zygmuntów Tower, Wawel Cathedral, Krakow B KOWSKI, J.

Pax with the Death and the Assumption of the Virgin. During the Middle Ages, it became the custom for the faithful to exchange a kiss during Mass as a sign of atonement and peace. The pax (the Latin word for peace’) was a decorated object with a handle at the rear, which was kissed and then passed on to the next person.

Gniezno. The door is angry in the Basilica of the Primate's Wniebowzia, the most of the Mary of the Virgin Mary - fragments of the Bordic and the headquarters: arrival. Wojciech to Prussia; Jesio Not after 12.07.1930 (1929-00-00-1930-00-00);

Quadriptych depicting Russian Orthodox Christian Feasts. Russian, Brass castings and enamel (Workshop of the priestless Old Believers 19th Century

Four parts of the reliquary cross: Three plaques and figurine

TAPAS DE EVANGELIARIO DE PLATA Y ESMALTES DEL SIGLO XIV. Location: CATEDRAL-MUSEO DIOCESANO, GERONA, SPAIN.

Paduan 15th Century, Madonna and Child between Two Candelabra Madonna and Child between Two Candelabra

Picture Mother of God with the Child unknown

Abruzzo, L'Aquila, Pescocostanzo, Basilica, Italy, 20th century, photo, photography, Europe

Relicario de Sant Fructuos i Gregori, siglo XV. Catedral de Santa Tecla de Tarragona.

The Bodhisattva Manjushri. India, Bihar, Patna District, 9th century. Sculpture. Black schist

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