Images of Medieval Art and Architecture
The Treasure of Saint Denis

Cameo of a Queen (Queen of Sheba)


Images

Adapted from Félibien, Plate III, Item T


Texts


Description

Agate on which is represented the head of a queen. The border is vermeil, worked in filigree and set with precious stones.

Félibien, pages 541. Translated by Jane Vadnal.


Subsequent History


Bibliography

Louvre, no. 36, p, 212.


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