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The Victoria and Albert Museum

The Victoria and Albert Museum
London, United Kingdom

Medallion pendant, silver, silver gilt, of circular form, with a corded fram and suspension ring above. One side is engraved with the Mystical Marriage of St. Catherine of Alexandria who kneels to the left dressed in a coif and long robe, holding a sword in her left hand and with her wheel at her feet. Right, the Virgin sits on a crescent moon on an almond-shaped mandorla. A column in the background supports a vaulted ceiling.
The other side is engraved with the Mass of St. Gregory. Through an arched window is a representation of the Instruments of the Passion. Behind the Pope a kneeling cleric and page hold candles.

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  • Title: Pendant
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 1495/1520
  • Location: Germany
  • Physical Dimensions: Length: 4.7 cm, Diameter: 3.4 cm
  • Medium: Silver, silver gilt, engraved
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