Images of Medieval Art and Architecture
The Treasure of Saint Denis

Clasp of Anne of Brittany


Images

Adapted from Félibien, Plate II, Item K


Texts


Description

Clasp of a rich cope given by Queen Anne of Brittany. On this clasp is an Oriental hyacinth surrounded by a piece of cable molding on which is written in letters of gold: Non mudera. One can also see there the coat-of-arms of the same queen in gold enamel.

Félibien, pages 539. Translated by Jane Vadnal.


Subsequent History

Sold in 1798.


Notes


Bibliography

Félibien, pages 539.


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