A Bishop Blessing
A Bishop Blessing, gilded copper repoussé figure on a quatrefoil plaque. A three-quarter length figure of a bishop, wearing a chasuble and mitre. His right hand is raised in the act of blessing.
The Ricketts and Shannon Collection. Given by C. H. Ricketts and C. S. Shannon, 1927
Height: 16.7 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1927) by Ricketts, C. H. and Shannon, C. S.
15th Century#
Circa
1400
CE
-
1500
CE
Finish composed of gilt
Copper gilding : Copper-gilt
Accession number: M.1-1927
Primary reference Number: 30687
External ID: CAM_CCF_M_1_1927
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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