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St Martin and the Beggar (© V&A Picture Library)
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© V&A Picture Library

St Martin and the Beggar

Artist: German

Location: Victoria and Albert Museum

Date: 1310 - 1320

Materials: ivory, colour and gilding

Dimensions: 13 cm

Grant:

Amount Paid: £140 (Total: £440)

Vendor: Sotheby's

Review number: 1151 (1939)

Provenance:
Collection of Miss Longhurst.

Description:
St Martin on a horse turning to a Beggar, the saint divides his cloak with a beggar who supports himself on a crutch. Remains of colour and gilding.

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