Reliquary in the form of a triptych, Paris c 1400-1410 - gold, enamel. This miniature altar is one of the most beautiful examples of French goldsmiths' work from the period around 1400. It may have come from the abbey of Chocques (Pas-de-Calais) and doubtless belonged to someone associated with the Paris court. Seeing Christ's tormented body, the owner could meditate on his sufferings at any time.

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Reliquary in the form of a triptych, Paris c 1400-1410 - gold, enamel. This miniature altar is one of the most beautiful examples of French goldsmiths' work from the period around 1400. It may have come from the abbey of Chocques (Pas-de-Calais) and doubtless belonged to someone associated with the Paris court. Seeing Christ's tormented body, the owner could meditate on his sufferings at any time.

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