Gemellion (Hand Basin) with the Arms of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem ca. 1250–75 French This gemellion, or enamel basin, testifies to the dialogue between the Crusader kingdom of Jerusalem and the Limousin region of France, renowned for its enamel production. The arms of that kingdom, a large cross surrounded by small crosses, appear at the center of the bowl. Four men armed with shields and clubs separated by three-towered castles surround the arms. Originally part of a pair, the bowl was used to pour water over the hands from the small "gargoyle" or animal-head spout set into the Ge
Gemellion (Hand Basin) with the Arms of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem ca. 1250–75 French This gemellion, or enamel basin, testifies to the dialogue between the Crusader kingdom of Jerusalem and the Limousin region of France, renowned for its enamel production. The arms of that kingdom, a large cross surrounded by small crosses, appear at the center of the bowl. Four men armed with shields and clubs separated by three-towered castles surround the arms. Originally part of a pair, the bowl was used to pour water over the hands from the small "gargoyle" or animal-head spout set into the Gemellion (Hand Basin) with the Arms of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem. French. ca. 1250–75. Copper: formed, engraved, gilt; champlevé enamel: medium blue, turquoise, and white. Made in Limoges, France. Enamels-Champlevé
Size: 4000px × 3355px
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