Coffret (Minnekästchen), ca. 1325–50, Made in Upper Rhineland, Germany, German, Oak, inlay, and tempera; wrought-iron mounts

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Coffret (Minnekästchen), ca. 1325–50, Made in Upper Rhineland, Germany, German, Oak, inlay, and tempera; wrought-iron mounts, Overall: 4 3/4 x 10 3/4 x 6 1/2in. ( x x ), Woodwork-Furniture, The inside of this coffret's lid depicts Frau Minne, the German goddess of love, aiming and arrow at a young man. At right, he gives her his heart. The inscriptions have been interpreted as: 'Gracious lady, I have surrendered,' and 'Lady send me solace, my heart has been wounded

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Size: 3734px × 2801px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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