Casket with panels of ivory or bone carved with scenes from the romance of Tristram and Iseult. Copper plaque on the bottom and copper mount. Rhenish or North German origin.
More information
Title of artwork, date
The Tristram Casket, 1200
Date supported
1947
Medium and material
Wood with ivory & bone panels
Dimensions
10 x 15 x 10 cm
Grant
500
Total cost
2050
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