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Pyx in the Form of a Dove

French 13th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a bird crafted from golden metal and decorated with colored enamel. The bird faces the right with its wings tucked in to its body, perched atop a circular base with gold embellishments. The metal bird has detailed blue and green enamel work on its wings and tail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1220/1230
Medium
gilded copper with enamel
Dimensions
10109 × 9023 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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