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Early Medieval skillet

Unknown artist, 7th or 8th century

This vessel was probably used in baptism ceremonies and dates from the same period when Anglo Saxon England was slowly becoming Christianised. This object represents the beginning of the process of Christianisation on the Isle of Wight and is the earliest example of the Christian church's religious tools.

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Title of artwork, date

Early Medieval skillet, 7th or 8th century

Date supported

2007

Medium and material

Bronze

Dimensions

34.8 x 18.8 cm

Grant

1750

Total cost

5500

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