Door Mount, possibly 11th century, Made in Limousin, France, French, Iron, Overall: 17 x 19 1/2 in. ( x cm), Metalwork

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Door Mount, possibly 11th century, Made in Limousin, France, French, Iron, Overall: 17 x 19 1/2 in. ( x cm), Metalwork-Iron, Their utilitarian function notwithstanding, medieval door mounts are often ornately designed, with geometric and fanciful motifs. Here, the beasts resemble panthers, which according to medieval bestiaries, exuded a sweet-smelling breath that attracted animals upon which they preyed

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Size: 4345px × 4560px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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