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Early Christian Silver Vase

Unknown artist, early 4th–late 5th century

A fine example of late-antique silversmith's work, with two New Testament subjects in relief, the healing of the Blind Man and Christ handing the keys to St Peter. Likely to be Roman.

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Title of artwork, date

Early Christian Silver Vase, early 4th–late 5th century

Date supported

1951

Medium and material

Silver

Dimensions

13 cm

Grant

1600

Total cost

1800

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