Book Cover Plaque with the Crucifixion
Object type: Plaque
Department: Medieval Art
Culture: French
Date: ca. 1190–1200
Medium: Copper: repoussé, engraved, chased, and gilt, Champlevé enamel
Dimensions: Overall: 9 1/4 x 4 1/4 x 5/16 in. (23.5 x 10.8 x 0.8 cm)
Classification: Enamels-Champlevé
Geography: Made in Limoges   France  
Credit line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Accession year: 1917
Tags: Saint John|Angels|Christ|Virgin Mary