Matrices 1220–72 German The European-style matrices carved on this stone are thought to have been used for the decoration of Crusader gear made of hardened leather (cuir-boille) or gesso. They may have decorated ailettes, small shields worn on the shoulders by Crusaders. The two elegant fish are mullet, Mullus Matrices. German. 1220–72. Lithographic limestone. Sculpture-Miniature

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