Chasse with the Life of Christ
Object type: Chasse
Department: Medieval Art
Culture: French
Date: ca. 1235–45
Medium: Copper (plaques): engraved, stamped, and gilt; (appliqués): repossé, engraved, chased, scraped, and gilt; champlevé enamel: dark and medium blue, turquoise, light green, red, and white; glass cabochons; wood core.
Dimensions: Overall: 13 3/8 x 13 1/2 x 5 5/16in. (34 x 34.3 x 13.5cm)
Classification: Enamels-Champlevé
Geography: Made in Limoges   France  
Credit line: Bequest of Harriet H. Jonas, 1974
Accession year: 1974
Tags: Angels|Christ|Virgin Mary|Crucifixion|Nativity|Visitation